Mainframe MVS/z/OS System Administrator

Kyndryl

Mainframe z/OS System Administrator leading resilient infrastructure, upgrades, and production support. Managing critical technology systems for Kyndryl’s global business clients.

Posted 9/11/2026full-timeHyderabad • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in IBM z/OS system programming, including system upgrades, performance tuning, and compliance management. Proven ability to lead modernization initiatives and collaborate effectively with teams and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

IBM z/OS System ProgrammingSMP/E Installation and MaintenanceCICS, DB2, IMS, and MQ SupportRoot Cause AnalysisPerformance Tuning and Capacity Planning

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Hard Skills

Z/OS Internals and ArchitectureJES2/JES3 AdministrationDASD, DFSMS, HSM, TCP/IP, and VTAMAutomation and Scheduling ToolsScripting Skills (Shell, REXX, CLIST)

Soft Skills

Leadership in Mainframe OperationsCustomer-Focused ApproachCollaboration with Teams and Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

Monitoring and Observability ToolsDisaster Recovery Solutions

Industry Keywords

Compliance ManagementIncident, Problem, and Change ManagementHigh Availability Concepts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

TCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage z/OS system programming initiatives
Design resilient and scalable mainframe infrastructure
Handle upgrades, migrations, and SMP/E maintenance
Manage JES, storage, and networking components
Support CICS, DB2, IMS, and MQ subsystems
Drive automation, performance, and capacity optimization
Resolve critical incidents and perform root cause analysis
Ensure security, compliance, and SLA adherence
Support disaster recovery and monitoring integration
Collaborate with teams, vendors, and stakeholders
Mentor team members and drive modernization efforts
Manage systems data for clients and provide day-to-day solutions
Oversee assignment queues and work with technicians to prioritize tickets
Recommend modernization options and identify new business opportunities
Cultivate relationships with teams and stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of expertise in IBM z/OS system programming
Strong knowledge of z/OS internals and architecture
Proficiency in SMP/E installation, maintenance, and upgrade management
Hands-on experience with JES2/JES3 administration and operations
In-depth understanding of DASD, DFSMS, HSM, TCP/IP, and VTAM
Enterprise subsystem support for CICS, DB2, IMS, and MQ
Skills in performance tuning, capacity planning, dump analysis, and advanced problem determination
Strong root cause analysis capability for critical incidents
Experience with automation and scheduling tools on z/OS
Expertise in system upgrades, migrations, and transformation initiatives
Knowledge of security administration and compliance management on z/OS
Familiarity with disaster recovery and high availability concepts
Experience with monitoring and observability tools for mainframe environments
Proven ability in production support within SLA-driven environments
Understanding of incident, problem, and change management processes
Scripting skills using Shell, REXX, or CLIST
Experience in vendor coordination and defect resolution
Demonstrated leadership in enterprise mainframe operations
Customer-focused, inclusive, growth-oriented approach

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, supportive environment
Well-being support through Be Well programs covering financial, mental, physical, and social health
Personalized development goals and continuous feedback
Certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon
Coaching and hands-on learning experiences
Career-pathing tools and cutting-edge learning opportunities
Opportunities for hands-on experience with cloud hyperscalers
Learning opportunities and certification across four major platforms