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information technology (IT) analyst @ Astra North Infoteck Inc.

Toronto (ON), CanadaOnsiteFull-timePosted 2 days ago

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Job Description Role Overview

? Lead and execute large-scale mainframe modernization and rehosting initiatives.

? Drive end-to-end transformation activities from assessment through migration and post-migration optimization.

? Provide hands-on technical expertise across mainframe technologies, rehosting platforms, and Azure cloud modernization.

Key Responsibilities

Mainframe Rehosting & Modernization

? Lead mainframe rehosting initiatives using:

? Raincode

? Micro Focus

? Define and execute:

? Rehosting (Lift & Shift) strategies

? Replatforming approaches

? Selective refactoring strategies

? Drive mainframe transformation programs.

? Develop modernization roadmaps, timelines, and execution plans.

Hands-On Application Transformation

? Perform technical transformation activities on legacy systems built with:

? COBOL

? PL/I

? Assembler

? CICS

? Analyze and modernize applications based on:

? JCL

? IMS

? DB2

? VSAM

? Execute:

? Code remediation

? Conversion validation

? Runtime behavior fixes

? Support Eztrieve-based applications as needed.

Database Migration & Data Transformation

? Lead DB2 to SQL Server migration activities.

? Define:

? Data mapping strategies

? Data transformation approaches

? Reconciliation processes

? Validation processes

? Ensure:

? Data integrity

? Performance optimization

? Minimal downtime during cutover

Azure Cloud Enablement

? Design and implement Azure-based solutions including:

? Compute (VMs and rehosted workloads)

? Networking (VNETs and hybrid connectivity)

? Storage

? Security controls (RBAC, Key Vault)

? Enable integration between:

? Rehosted applications

? Modern cloud services

? APIs

Performance Optimization

? Ensure post-migration:

? Performance parity or improvement compared to mainframe systems

? High availability

? Disaster recovery readiness

? Optimize:

? Batch processing

? Scheduling

? Online transaction processing systems

Migration Delivery & Execution

? Collaborate with:

? Application teams

? Cloud engineers

? DevOps teams

? QA teams

? Business stakeholders

? Lead:

? Migration planning

? Execution activities

? Testing and validation

? Cutover and go-live activities

Governance, Risk & Best Practices

? Define and enforce:

? Migration standards

? Migration frameworks

? Architecture best practices

? Identify:

? Risks

? Dependencies

? Implement mitigation strategies throughout the migration lifecycle.

Testing & Post-Migration Support

? Drive

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