MDAEdge · 3 hours ago
z/OS Systems Programmer - Active Secret Clearance
Annapolis, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $170K/yr
8+ years expMDAEdge is seeking an experienced z/OS Systems Programmer with an active Secret Clearance. The role involves managing critical mainframe operations, including disaster recovery and high-availability environments, while ensuring effective system performance and reliability.
Human Resources
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance is required
Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer
Subsystems: Experience with one or more major subsystems (CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ)
Operations: Experience managing Disaster Recovery (DR), backup/restore, and high-availability environments
Availability: Ability to work in a 24x7 mission-critical environment
Deep understanding of z/OS internals, JES2/JES3, WLM, and SMP/E
Proficiency with REXX, JCL, and standard mainframe utilities
Knowledge of TCP/IP, VTAM, and z/OS network configuration
Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Collaborative team player with a focus on quality and reliability
Adaptability to learn emerging mainframe and automation technologies
Qualification
Required
Clearance: Active Secret Clearance is required
Experience: 8+ years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer
Subsystems: Experience with one or more major subsystems (CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ)
Operations: Experience managing Disaster Recovery (DR), backup/restore, and high-availability environments
Availability: Ability to work in a 24x7 mission-critical environment
Deep understanding of z/OS internals, JES2/JES3, WLM, and SMP/E
Proficiency with REXX, JCL, and standard mainframe utilities
Knowledge of TCP/IP, VTAM, and z/OS network configuration
Strong diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Collaborative team player with a focus on quality and reliability
Adaptability to learn emerging mainframe and automation technologies
Preferred
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
Automation: Experience with z/OSMF, Ansible for z/OS, and modern automation frameworks
Security: Exposure to security tools (zSecure), RACF administration, and federal compliance frameworks (NIST, STIG, RMF)
Infrastructure: Mainframe experience in Cloud, MFaaS (Mainframe as a Service), or hosting environments
Company
MDAEdge
At MDAEdge, we help our clients reinvent innovation, optimize operations, and reshape perceptions—ensuring they remain at the forefront in today’s fast-evolving world.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase