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Mainframe Careers Rarely Follow a Script – featuring Chris Muncan

Mainframe Careers Rarely Follow a Script – featuring Chris Muncan

by Penney Berryman | Jan 7, 2026

Mainframe careers rarely follow a script. Rather, they grow through curiosity, mentorship, and a willingness to keep learning. This trifecta is especially necessary as tools, platforms, and expectations evolve. Planet Mainframe caught up with Chris Muncan, Lead DB2...

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Unlocking Mainframe Talent: Skills, Mentorship, and Hiring Trends ▶️

Unlocking Mainframe Talent: Skills, Mentorship, and Hiring Trends ▶️

by Hunter Johnson | Sep 25, 2025

Mainframe talent is in demand. Broadcom reports that 91% of organizations plan to hire mainframe system administrators or application developers within two years. For IT leaders, the need for skills development, mentorship, and knowledge transfer is urgent. In this...

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Planet Mainframe Introduces Free Job Postings for Entry-Level Professionals

Planet Mainframe Introduces Free Job Postings for Entry-Level Professionals

by Amanda Hendley | Jul 16, 2024

[Nashville, July 9, 2024] — Planet Mainframe, the premier online community and resource hub for the mainframe industry, is excited to announce a new initiative to foster the next generation of mainframe professionals. Effective immediately, Planet Mainframe will offer...

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