Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career - a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions’ Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.Job Description:At Regions, the Mainframe Systems Engineer Lead installs and maintains mainframe operating systems ensuring the stability, performance and security of our mainframe environment while driving innovation and continuous improvement.Primary Responsibilities
Evaluates system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility
Troubleshoots and resolves complex technical issues related to mainframe systems and applications
Leads in administration, configuration, and maintaining mainframe systems, including hardware, operating systems, and software components
Maintains operational effectiveness and efficiency by monitoring, evaluating, and adjusting mainframe operating systems
Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards
Maintains installation records by documenting system configurations, procedures, and best practices
Resolves problems by determining cause; providing technical assistance to applications and other support staff
Develops and implements backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity
Serve as a subject matter expert on mainframe technologies and provide strategic guidance to senior management
Drives continuous improvement initiatives to modernize mainframe infrastructure and processes
Delivers work and provides technical guidance and support to team members
Covers on call 24x7 on a rotating basis for problem resolution and SEV1 incidents
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or a related field and eight (8) years of mainframe infrastructure technical software and hardware analysis, programming, and installation experience
Or, a High School Diploma or GED with twelve (12) years of experience of mainframe infrastructure technical software and hardware analysis, programming, and installation
Two (2) years’ experience leading a small team within your subsystem and others
Experience in installation and support of Mainframe system products including ZOS, CICS, MQ, DB2, Storage, Automation, ZLINUX or Networking
Experience in problem determination, installation and support of mainframe products, disaster recovery experience and knowledge, and performance and tuning experience
Experience in opening, managing, solving, and closing problems with vendor support centers
Skills and Competencies
Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
Ability to work under limited guidance
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Excellent problem solving and trouble shooting skills
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Strong understanding of mainframe hardware
Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate team members
This position must be within a reasonable driving distance to a Branch, Consumer Operations, or Professional Office Building with the location being for Birmingham, AL, Nashville, TN, Atlanta, GA, Charlotte, NC, Dallas TX, Denver CO, Houston TX, Orlando FLA, Salt Lake City UT, Tampa FLA. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. Exceptions to the geographic location requirement may be made for current Regions associates who work remotely.Position TypeFull timeCompensation DetailsPay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.Job Range Target:Minimum:$126,122.80 USDMedian:$157,580.00 USDIncentive Pay Plans:Benefits InformationRegions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. (https://www.regions.com/about-regions/benefits/benefits-eligibility) Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
Paid Vacation/Sick Time
401K with Company Match
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Disability Benefits
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life Insurance
Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions’ benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.https://www.regions.com/welcometour/benefits.rfLocation DetailsRiverchase Operations CenterLocation:Hoover, AlabamaBring Your Whole Self to WorkWe have a passion for creating an inclusive environment that promotes and values the differences that make each of us stand out as unique individuals and help provide valuable perspective that makes us a better company and employer. More importantly, we recognize that creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of background, can do their best work and thrive is the right thing to do.OFCCP Disclosure: Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/VeteransJob applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.