Title: Mainframe Automation Engineer (IBM Z System Automation and migration from CA/Broadcom automation tools)
Location: 100% Remote
Job Type: Contract
MUST
We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Automation Engineer with strong expertise in IBM Z System Automation and migration from CA/Broadcom automation tools. The role focuses on modernizing and optimizing automation frameworks on IBM Z systems, ensuring high availability and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead and support z/OS automation migration projects, specifically:
o Migration from CA OPS/MVS to IBM Tivoli System Automation for z/OS
o Migration from CA Automation Point to IBM Systems Automation for Integrated Operations Management (SAIOM)
· Convert existing OPS/MVS rules and REXX execs into IBM System Automation-compatible configurations
· Implement and manage policy-based automation (PDB - Policy Database)
· Work on system startup, shutdown, and automation workflows in z/OS environments
· Provide operational support, troubleshooting, and consultancy for automation-related issues
· Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to ensure high availability of critical systems
· Support installation, configuration, and tuning of IBM automation tools
· Participate in system monitoring, alerting, and event-driven automation design
Required Skills & Experience
· 5+ years of experience in mainframe operations/automation / support roles
· Strong hands-on experience with:
o TSO/ISPF
o JCL
o REXX, PIPE REXX, OPS REXX programming
o System Automation Policy Database (PDB)
· Proven experience in:
o z/OS Automation Migration projects
o NetView for z/OS
o IBM Tivoli System Automation for z/OS
· Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
z/OS system operations, including:
o System startup & shutdown processes
o Configuration and automation frameworks
o SMP/E
· Experience with:
o Competing automation tools (e.g., Broadcom/CA tools)
o Fully automated system configurations on IBM Z
· Exposure to SAIOM (System Automation for Integrated Operations Management)
Key Migration Scope
Workstream Current Tool (Broadcom/CA) Target IBM Solution
Automation CA OPS/MVS IBM Tivoli System Automation for z/OS
Automation CA Automation Point IBM SAIOM
Impact Scope
· No impact on application development teams
· Primary impact on Automation & Operations teams
Thanks
Aatmesh