Mainframe Migration Consultant
Job Title: Mainframe Migration Consultant
Remote Policy: Hybrid
Start Date: ASAP
About the Company:
Our client is a major player in the industrial manufacturing sector, operating complex production environments supported by a wide range of business-critical IT systems. As part of a broader digital transformation initiative, the organization is evaluating strategies to modernize its legacy mainframe infrastructure. This is the first phase of a wider transformation program, with long-term implementation planned.
Project Objective:
The mission focuses on conducting a comprehensive feasibility study for the decommissioning of legacy applications currently running on a Mainframe Natural/Adabas environment. These applications are critical to industrial production and interface with both internal systems and real-time industrial control systems. The consultant will have the opportunity to remain involved in subsequent phases of the transformation, including solution implementation and strategic advisory.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform a detailed analysis of the existing application landscape
- Map out all relevant programs, databases, batch jobs, and interfaces (ERP, MES, N2/N3 systems)
- Identify technical and functional dependencies within the IT ecosystem
- Propose viable migration or transformation scenarios, including:
- Automated code transformation
- Full or partial re-engineering
- Hybrid approaches
- Estimate costs, timelines, risks, and resource requirements for each scenario.
- Deliver a comprehensive report with recommendations and comparative analysis.
- Support planning for future implementation phases based on selected migration strategy.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Proven experience with legacy system analysis, particularly Natural/Adabas on mainframe.
- Strong understanding of industrial IT environments and real-time system constraints.
- Familiarity with ERP, MES, and industrial control systems (N2/N3).
- Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation and strategic recommendations.
- Experience working with cross-functional IT and business teams.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity and high-availability system requirements.
- Ability to contribute to long-term transformation planning and stakeholder engagement.
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