IBM z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition (zCEE) Consultant- REMOTE

Role: IBM z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition (zCEE) Consultant

Location: Remote

Role Summary:

Looking for a z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition (zCEE) Consultant with strong expertise in installation, upgrade, and configuration of zCEE environments

Primary focus on enabling OpenAPI Specification 3 (OAS3) adoption and supporting mainframe API modernization initiatives

zCEE Installation, Upgrade & Configuration:

• Install and configure IBM z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition (zCEE) on z/OS environments

• Upgrade existing zCEE implementations to support OpenAPI Specification 3 (OAS3)

• Perform system setup, configuration, and environment validation

• Troubleshoot installation and upgrade issues, ensuring stability and performance optimization

• Implement best practices for security, scalability, and high availability

Environment & Integration Support:

• Configure and manage connectivity with backend systems such as CICS, IMS, and DB2

• Support API deployment, testing, and validation within zCEE

• Ensure coexistence and compatibility with existing OAS2-based services during transition

API Support & Enablement:

• Provide guidance on converting OAS2 APIs to OAS3 (manual approach)

• Assist development teams with Swagger/OpenAPI fundamentals

• Support API creation, configuration, and deployment within zCEE

Training & Knowledge Transfer:

• Deliver basic training and knowledge transfer sessions for administrators and end users

• Provide guidance on zCEE administration and API lifecycle management

Required Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience with IBM z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition (zCEE)

• Experience in installation, configuration, and upgrade of zCEE environments

• Familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger (OAS2 to OAS3 transition)

• Experience integrating zCEE with CICS, IMS, and DB2

• Knowledge of z/OS systems and mainframe environments

• Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills