System Administrator

Akkodis is seeking a System Administrator for a Contract with a client in Plano, TX. This role requires an expert Mainframe z/OS System Programmer with deep experience in LPAR/MIPS management and complex Mainframe environments .

Rate Range: $60/hour to $75/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

System Administrator job responsibilities include:

• Manage incidents, service requests, and upgrade activities across Mainframe technologies such as z/OS, JES2/JES3, and associated system tools.

• Install, configure, and support Mainframe LPARs/MIPS environments, including performance tuning, PARMLIB updates, and system IPL operations.

• Execute and support Mainframe backup and tape‑based restore processes while ensuring data integrity across complex environments.

• Lead and support Mainframe migration projects, datacenter relocations, and system design initiatives involving Sysplex, XCF, and Coupling Facility.

• Perform system monitoring and capacity management using tools such as SYSVIEW, Mainview, RMF, and storage systems (DASD, SMS, HSM).

• Collaborate with vendor partners to meet SLAs and continually improve operational procedures, reporting accuracy, and service quality.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

• Minimum of 8+ years of hands‑on experience as a Mainframe z/OS System Programmer or System Administrator.

• Proven expertise in Mainframe migrations, LPAR/MIPS management, and z/OS installation/customization activities.

• Strong experience in Mainframe backup and tape‑based restore operations, along with capacity and performance management in large enterprise environments.

If you are interested in this role, then please click APPLY NOW. For other opportunities available at Akkodis, or any questions, feel free to contact me at Gopal.Gupta@ akkodisgroup.com.

Pay Details: $60.00 to $75.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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