[Remote] IBM Systems Automation Software Systems Programmer/Administrator

October 3, 2026

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Alpha Consulting Corp. is seeking an IBM Systems Automation Software Systems Programmer/Administrator to support IBM z/OS mainframe environments. The role installs, configures, maintains, and troubleshoots IBM Systems Automation products, develops automation and recovery routines, supports high availability and disaster recovery, and provides production and on-call support.

Responsibilities

Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IBM Systems Automation products, including IBM Systems Automation for z/OS (SA z/OS)
Develop and maintain automation policies, procedures, and recovery routines
Configure automated startup, shutdown, monitoring, and recovery processes for z/OS systems and applications
Support high availability and disaster recovery initiatives
Integrate Systems Automation with IBM NetView, GDPS, JES2/JES3, and other IBM mainframe products
Monitor system performance and resolve automation-related incidents
Perform root cause analysis for system outages and automation failures
Work closely with systems programmers, operations teams, application support, and infrastructure engineers
Develop REXX, CLIST, or other scripting solutions to automate administrative tasks
Participate in system upgrades, maintenance windows, and production support activities
Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures
Provide 24x7 on-call support as required

Skills

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
5+ years of IBM z/OS systems programming or systems administration experience
Hands-on experience with IBM Systems Automation for z/OS (SA z/OS)
Strong knowledge of IBM NetView
Experience with z/OS operating system administration
Knowledge of JES2/JES3, RACF, TSO/ISPF, SDSF, SMP/E, and JCL
Experience writing REXX, CLIST, or automation scripts
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication and documentation skills
Customer-focused mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment
Experience migrating IBM's Auto Operations software to Broadcom's OPS/MVS software would be a major plus
Experience with IBM GDPS environments
Knowledge of Parallel Sysplex
Experience with IBM OMEGAMON or other IBM monitoring tools
Familiarity with IBM Tivoli products
Experience with automation policy development and customization
Knowledge of TCP/IP, VTAM, and mainframe networking
Experience supporting large enterprise production environments
IBM Db2 (preferred)
CICS (preferred)
IMS (preferred)

Company Overview

Alpha Consulting Corp. has been exceeding expectations in the IT, pharmaceutical, and clinical staffing business since 1994. It was founded in 1994, and is headquartered in East Brunswick, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is

Company H1B Sponsorship

Alpha Consulting Corp. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2025, 4 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 4 in 2021, 6 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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