z/OS Connect Admin
The IBM z/OS Connect Admin course equips mainframe administrators and enterprise architects with skills to securely expose z/OS applications as RESTful APIs, solving the critical challenge of modernizing legacy systems for cloud integration. With 91% of enterprises planning to hire mainframe talent (The Futurum Group, 2024), this training delivers hands-on expertise in Liberty server administration, SAF security, and API lifecycle management using official IBM courseware.
This course prepares learners for the IBM Certified z/OS v3.x Administrator - Professional (Exam C1000-193), covering 26% of installation and maintenance objectives. Koenig Solutions offers 30-day lab access and Guaranteed-to-Run dates, ensuring practical mastery. Graduates gain the verified skills to drive hybrid cloud integration and advance into senior mainframe architecture roles.
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The IBM z/OS Connect Admin course is designed for IT professionals aiming to master the administration of IBM's z/OS Connect platform, a critical component in modernizing mainframe integration through RESTful APIs. This training prepares candidates for the IBM Certified z/OS v3.x Administrator - Professional certification (exam C1000-193), serving roles such as z/OS Connect System Administrator, Mainframe Integration Specialist, and API Platform Engineer. With over 70% of Fortune 500 companies relying on IBM Z systems for core transaction processing, expertise in z/OS Connect is in high demand to bridge legacy applications with cloud and mobile environments securely and efficiently.
Participants will gain hands-on experience with key IBM technologies including z/OS Connect Enterprise Edition, WebSphere Liberty Profile, CICS, IMS, Db2, and MQ. The lab environment leverages real-world tools such as Postman, RACF, and z/OSMF, where students configure server.xml files, manage SAF security, deploy service archives (SAR), and create OpenAPI-defined REST APIs. A core project involves building a secure API gateway that integrates a Db2 for z/OS REST service with a CICS transaction, enabling JSON-based access over HTTPS while implementing TLS, OAuth, and JWT token validation. These labs are conducted on live z/OS systems, ensuring practical, production-relevant skills in API lifecycle management and backend connectivity.
This course directly supports achievement of the IBM Certified z/OS v3.x Administrator - Professional credential, recognized across financial, healthcare, and government sectors for its rigor and alignment with enterprise mainframe operations. Certified professionals report average salary increases of 20-25%, with senior z/OS Connect roles commanding hourly rates from $61 to $68 or annual packages exceeding $130,000. Koenig Solutions enhances learning with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official IBM courseware, and optional 1-on-1 mentoring, ensuring personalized support. Graduates are positioned to lead mainframe modernization initiatives, driving digital transformation by securely exposing core business logic to cloud-native applications and microservices.
Skills You'll Gain
Prerequisites
- A solid understanding of the z/OS operating system and mainframe architecture is essential for mastering the IBM z/OS Connect Admin certification. This foundation ensures you can effectively manage and deploy RESTful APIs on IBM mainframes, improving integration and automation. According to IBM, z/OS is used by 92% of Fortune 100 companies, making this knowledge highly valuable for enterprise IT professionals seeking to optimize mainframe services.
What's Included in Your Training
Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success
Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of z/OS Connect Admin certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the z/OS Connect Admin certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- z/OS Connect Admin Specialist
- Mainframe Integration Specialist
- z/OS Connect API Engineer
- Mainframe Modernization Engineer
- z/OS Systems Administrator
- API Enablement Specialist
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