z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal

Own your opportunity to manage the network that makes mission success possible. Make an impact by using your skills to deliver “One GDIT Network” for our clients.

Job Description

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of our customers. You will play a crucial role via the following:

• Support IBM Mainframes

• Plan and perform upgrades to the z/VM OS and ISV products

• Support day-to-day activities and resolve problems on client systems

• Provide support for zLinux guests

• Monitor system performance and implement tuning and capacity planning improvements

• Maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and policies

• Provide support for offsite disaster recovery tests

• Engage with situations that require a high degree of technical complexity and a significant level of customer interface

• Work well in a team environment

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Bring your technology expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The z/VM Systems Programmer Sr Principal, must have:

• Education: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related field

• Experience: 10+ years of related experience, with at least 7+ of those years having experience supporting IBM Mainframes

Required Technical Skills:

• Detailed knowledge of z/VM systems, z/VM management tools, and Velocity software

• Experience planning and performing upgrades to z/VM OS and ISV products

• In-depth knowledge of VMSES, REXX, Shared File System (SFS) and Open Edition (Byte File System) required

• Experience with TCP/IP, RACF, DirMaint, IBM Operations Manager, Backup and Restore Manager, and Tape Manager

• Experience with session managers and assembler language programs

Required Skills:

• The ability to manage small groups, lead projects, and coordinate multiple tasks under time and resource constraints

• The ability to analyze complex problems and issues, then propose a well-thought-out practical solution

• The ability to prioritize workloads effectively to meet changing business needs

• Clear and concise communication skills

• Self-motivated and self directed-individual with a positive attitude

• Ability to work well in a team environment

• Ability to project a professional image

• Overtime and weekend work occasionally required; some travel necessary

• Provide a 24/7 service on-call to clients

• Must be able to work with staff in geographically diverse locations

Preferred Technical Skills:

• zLinux experience would be a plus but not required

• OSA, VSWITCH and Dynamic IOCP configuration experience would also be a plus

• Location: Remote

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home

• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.