Senior Network Systems Programmer, z/OS Mainframe – CONTRACT

Responsibilities

• Works independently to determine mainframe z/OS software upgrade requirements to maintain all products at current and supported levels determined by IBM and third‑party vendor(s)
• Coordinates and schedules all major software upgrades between different Mainframe Technical support teams
• Defines resource requirements in conjunction with other managers within Technical Services group to support software and hardware upgrade requirements
• Develops and maintains standards for all Software Infrastructure and Program Products
• Monitors CPU, Memory and DASD trends to maintain service levels of supported software
• Performs Project Management for all major product upgrades to ensure mainframe stability and reliability objectives are sustained
• Stays abreast of vendor software trends and product release schedules for the z/OS technology software on the IBM mainframe
• Manages multiple projects, develops detailed implementation plans and schedules, and prepares periodic status reports
• Consults with management and technical staff on other related mainframe software and hardware initiatives

Requirements

• 10+ years of z/OS Mainframe VTAM, SNA, APPN & HPR and TCP/IP experience
• Providing large‑scale computing infrastructure technical and operational support in a highly technical environment consisting of nearly 8 z/OS LPARs.
• Implementation, configuration and support of VTAM, SNA, APPN and HPR technologies
• Implementation, configuration and support of mainframe TCP/IP in a z/OS Parallel Sysplex environment
• Implementation, configuration and support of Connect: Direct
• Implementation, configuration and support of NetView Network Management
• Understanding and support of enterprise system communications and file transfer protocols
• Understanding and support of enterprise encryption applications and processes such as TCPIP AT/TLS & SSL/TLS
• Implementation, configuration and support of communications server infrastructure program products.
• Excellent communication skills, analytical ability, strong judgment, and systems management skills
• Exhibit a collaborative style that promotes teamwork
• 15+ yrs. of related technical experience
• MS/BS or equivalent work experience.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive expertise in z/OS Mainframe technologies, including VTAM, SNA, APPN, HPR, and TCP/IP, while effectively managing software upgrades and ensuring system stability. Proven ability to coordinate technical support teams and implement large‑scale computing infrastructure solutions.

Certifications & Qualifications

• MS/BS or Equivalent Work Experience