What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mainframe Infra Architect position at Smart IT Frame LLC?
Role: Mainframe Infra Architect
Location: Hartford, CT
Top 3 Skills Required
1. Mainframe Infra Architect Experience.
2. IBM z/OS, Mainframe DB2 & Storage, CICS
3. RACF, CBAC and Security Tools
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- Should work with Client Mainframe team on assessing the current platform
- Must work on Projects assigned by Customer
- Owning Governance & Weekly call
- Responsible for the Projects assigned and work with Vendors & teams
- Should work with DB2 & other DB team to understand the DB setup with assessment
- Should be able to produce the Optimisation plan, implementing automation & Gen AI
- Mainframe & Storage assessment.
- Performance management
- Assess and Strategize: Work with the client's mainframe team to evaluate the current platform, identifying areas for improvement, optimization, and modernization.
- Lead Projects: Own and manage assigned mainframe projects from start to finish, ensuring successful delivery.
- Collaborate: Partner effectively with external vendors and internal technical teams (including DB2 and other database teams) to understand setups and coordinate project activities.
- Optimize Performance: Develop and implement optimization plans for mainframe applications and infrastructure to boost performance and efficiency.
- Innovate & Automate: Drive automation initiatives, including exploring and integrating Generative AI capabilities to enhance mainframe operations.
- Govern & Report: Lead governance activities and weekly calls, providing clear project updates and aligning on strategic direction.
- Deep Dive Analysis: Conduct comprehensive assessments of mainframe and storage environments to pinpoint bottlenecks and opportunities.
Expert-level proficiency in:
- Mainframe Core: IBM z/OS, Mainframe DB2 & Storage, CICS.
- Security: RACF, CBAC.
- Service Models: Mainframe as a Service (MaaS) concepts.
- Solid working knowledge (medium proficiency) in:
- Development: COBOL, JCL.
- Utilities: Various mainframe utilities.
- SCM Tools: CA Endevor, Rocket LCM.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities to assess complex mainframe environments and propose effective solutions.
• Communication & Leadership: Strong verbal and written communication, with the ability to lead discussions, influence stakeholders, and present technical information clearly.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage
