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We are currently seeking a MF IMS Consultant to join our team in pune, Mahrshtra (IN-MH), India (IN).
Product install\upgrades\maintenance and customization with usermods.
Managing supporting software products.
Configuration of CICS and setting up subsystem connectivity
Plan, test, and implement IMS software upgrades, RSU, and feature enhancements
Deep understanding of IMS/TM and IMS/DB subsystems, message processing regions, and how IMS fits within a z/OS Sysplex.
Proficient in defining and maintaining IMS databases using DBDs and PSBs, controls for segmentation, and executing DL/I utilities.
Hands-on experience developing and maintaining IMS applications in COBOL, writing exits in Assembler, and automating tasks with REXX.
Skills in installing, configuring, and patching IMS regions; managing control blocks; and orchestrating deployments via SMP/E or z/OSMF. SYSGEN and subsystem connectivity management for MQ, CICS and DB2. Also LU6.2 and NJE connectivity
Ability to monitor IMS transaction and database performance, adjust IMS buffer pools, and optimize logging and threading for SLAs.
Strong analytical skills for diagnosing transaction failures, database lock contention, and communication errors using trace tools and dumps.
Knowledge of IMS restart strategies (cold, warm, and concurrent restarts) and integration with DFSMShsm for log retention and recovery.
Familiarity with linking IMS to CICS, DB2, MQ, web services, and leveraging IMS Connect or GATEWAY for cross-platform transactions.
Ability to produce clear runbooks, architecture diagrams, change-control records, and to coordinate with developers, DBAs, and operations teams.
Commitment to staying current with IBM Redbooks, IMS enhancements, vendor training, and industry best practices.
IMS Architecture Knowledge
Designing IMS/TM regions, IMS/DB structure setup
Advanced
IMS/TM, IMS/DB, IMS Connect, GATEWAY
Mainframe OS & Utilities
Mainframe OS & Utilities
Advanced
z/OS, SMP/E, JES2, JCL, TSO/ISPF, DFSMS
Database Management
DBD/PSB design, database utility operations
Advanced
DL/I, DBDGEN, PSBGEN, IEBGENER, File-AID, RECON
Programming Skills
Application coding, system exits, automation scripting
Intermediate
COBOL, HLASM, REXX, ISPF
System Administration
Region installs, PTF deployments, SMP/E and z/OSMF use
Intermediate
SMP/E, z/OSMF, SDSF, SMP/E RECEIVE/APPLY/ACCEPT, SYSGEN
Performance Tuning
Buffer tuning, logging optimization, workload balancing
Intermediate
RMF, SMF, OMEGAMON, IMS Performance Analyzer
Troubleshooting
Dump analysis, trace capture, log interpretation
Advanced
IPCS, SLIP, IMS logs, dump analyzers
Backup & Recovery
Cold/warm restarts, log retention, disaster recovery
Intermediate
DFSMShsm, FDR, ABARS
Integration Skills
Connecting IMS with middleware and enterprise systems
Intermediate
IMS Connect, MQSeries, JDBC, web services
Documentation & Communication
Runbooks, diagrams, change-control documentation
Advanced
Visio, Word, Confluence, SharePoint
Continuous Learning
Tracking product updates, certifications, community
Ongoing
IBM Redbooks, TechU, vendor webinars
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