Mainframe Control-M Scheduler

Job Title :

Control-M Scheduler – z / OS Mainframe

Location :

Chennai, Noida, Bangalore (Hybrid)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : 3–7 years

Control-M Scheduler – z / OS Mainframe

Role Summary :

The Control-M Scheduler is responsible for defining, managing, and monitoring batch job schedules using BMC Control-M on IBM z / OS systems. This role ensures efficient and reliable job execution across enterprise workloads, supporting business-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Job Scheduling & Management :

Create and maintain job scheduling definitions using Control-M for z / OS

Define calendars (regular, periodic, rule-based) and SMART tables for job execution

Manage job dependencies, conditions, and resources.

Monitoring & Troubleshooting :

Monitor active jobs and resolve scheduling conflicts or job failures.

Use Control-M Monitor and Event Manager (CMEM) to track job execution and handle exceptions

Automation & Optimization :

Implement New Day processing and automate job submission workflows

Use AutoEdit variables to dynamically modify JCL at runtime

Collaboration & Support :

Work with application teams, DBAs, and system programmers to align job schedules with business needs.

Provide on-call support for job failures and scheduling issues.

Documentation & Compliance :

Maintain documentation for job definitions, scheduling rules, and operational procedures.

Ensure compliance with internal standards and audit requirements.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Technical Expertise :

Strong knowledge of Control-M for z / OS, JCL, and z / OS batch processing.

Familiarity with IOA (Integrated Operations Architecture) and Control-M components like CMEM, AutoEdit, and SMART Tables

Experience : 3–7 years

Experience with Control-M utilities and troubleshooting tools.

Soft Skills :

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications :

BMC Control-M certification or equivalent training.

Experience in large-scale enterprise environments with complex batch workflows.