Mainframe CICS Infrastructure Specialist for z/OS

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

CICS z/OS programmer at Kyndryl, you'll have the opportunity to shape the very foundation of the technology that drives our world. Your work will involve developing, testing, and maintaining the software that controls a computer's operating system, hardware, and other systems software. You'll be a master troubleshooter and problem-solver, with the skills to fix even the most complex issues that arise.

Not only will you be responsible for ensuring the security of our computer systems, but you'll also work closely with other IT professionals to design and implement cutting-edge technology that keeps Kyndryl ahead of the curve.

In this role, you'll provide the underlying Mainframe operating system platform programming and DBDC subsystem programming support that forms the backbone of our applications. You'll guide functional objectives on technologies and make use of your expert knowledge to drive solutions to complex problems.

As a leader in this field, you'll also be expected to conduct RCA discussions for the products you work on and provide ongoing technical and operational guidance to lead professional work teams. You may even manage departments on a national or international level, defining objectives and managing resources to ensure the success of your projects.

Your expertise will be crucial in influencing people outside of your department or function, and you'll have the opportunity to directly shape the technological landscape of the world we live in. If you're looking for an exciting and challenging role in the fast-paced world of systems programming, Kyndryl is the place for you!

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major hyperscaler platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world. 

There’s never a typical day as CICS z/OS programmer at Kyndryl, because no two projects are alike. You’ll be managing systems data for clients and providing day-to-day solutions and security compliance. You’ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients. 

You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career.

Benefits for you

• Pension plan - Defined contribution plan (innskuddspensjon)

• Employer-paid group life insurance

• 27 vacation days per year

• Parental pay: Kyndryl pays full salary depending on the length, earned benefit and current regulation when the leave occurs

• Kyndryl Care Volunteer Day Off

• Subsidized canteen

• Coffee, tea and fresh fruits in the office in Oslo

• Kyndryl’s office is located in the heart of Oslo City Center, housed in a modern building. It is conveniently close to bus, metro, tram, and train stops. The office building offers bike parking, a cloakroom with showers, and a gym that is free for all employees to use

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure the smooth operation, reliability, and security of CICS systems in a mainframe environment

• Developing and testing CICS transactions and programs

• Incident resolution: Identifying and resolving errors, performance issues, and system failures

• Debugging and troubleshooting CICS applications

• Applying software updates and system patches

• Performance Optimization: Implementing techniques to improve response times, throughput, and resource utilization

• Analyse system performance metrics and identifying bottlenecks

• Tuning CICS parameters and configuration settings

• Security Management: Implementing security measures to protect CICS systems and data from unauthorized access

• Monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities

• Resource Management: Allocating and managing CICS resources, such as regions, transactions, and storage

• Monitoring resource usage and ensuring efficient utilization

• Keeping up-to-date with the latest CICS technologies, best practices, and industry trends

• Installation of new release of CICS TS for z/OS and/or of new release of SW that run under CICS TS for z/OS

• Perform consultant work for customer that relates to CICS TS for zOS

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

We are looking for a skilled CICS  z/OS programmer with 5 years or more of relevant experience.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• The ability to collaborate with other IT professionals, communicate technical information clearly, and work effectively in a team environment is vital

• The ability to work under pressure and to handle multiple tasks at the same time

• Staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, best practices, and industry trends is essential for success

• Performance tuning expertise: the ability to optimize CICS applications for maximum performance and efficiency

• Security awareness: understanding of security best practices and the ability to implement measures to protect CICS systems from vulnerabilities.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with other mainframe technologies: Knowledge of other mainframe systems, such as DB2, IMS, IDMS and JCL, can be beneficial

By possessing these skills and qualities, a mainframe CICS system programmer can effectively contribute to the success of a business and maintain the reliability and efficiency of critical applications.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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