Mainframe Network Systems Programmer
Mainframe Network Systems Programmer
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Job Description
Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of clients ranging from Fortune 100/500/1000 companies to small and midsized organizations in Canada/US. We currently have a 12 month renewable contract as a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer with our large global infrastructure client. This could be an indefinite contract or move into a permanent role.
Role: Mainframe Network Systems Programmer
Type: Contract
Duration: 12 months to start possible extensions or move into a permanent role
Rate: $75 $95/hr C2C depending on overall experience
Location: Remote Canada
We are seeking a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer for a Host Network Support position. This role functions in a global team providing services to a client with multiprotocol complex environments. The selected candidate will interact frequently with clients vendors and management to ensure high level of satisfaction. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Acting as a resource and point of escalation for global team members.
- Engaging in identifying analyzing and resolving complex problems on zOS host networks.
- Providing planning and recommendations for changes on hardware and software components for the zOS network.
- Utilizing z/OS Communications Server and other products perform configuration and customization of IBM and ISV mainframe network software.
- Supporting project management with implementation of network software upgrades including testing and implementation with network service provider application teams and internal support teams.
- Disaster Recovery planning and execution of tests including client access to DR systems during production network service.
- Compliance and Security ensure mainframe network environment complies with security rules agreed by Kyndryl and client.
- Performing level 3 problem solving and troubleshooting.
- Can act in a leadership role for the global team on global projects and participate on teams that impact the host network.
Required Professional and Technical Expertise:
- At least 5 years experience performing z/OS system support / programming Host Network experience
- Demonstrable skills in z/OS Network Systems Programming in a multiLPAR Sysplex environment: Communication Server VTAM : SNA APPN Enterprise Extender Subarea routing Log mode tables.
- Communication Server TCP/IP: OSA OSPF zOSMF DVIPA DDVIPA. Network Security: PAGENT SSL/TLS Configuration Assistant SSH.
- Network Monitoring: (One or more) NetView CANetMaster OMEGAMON for Networks.
- File Transfer (Two or more): Connect:Direct CAXCOM ftp(s) SFTP NetView FTP Co:Z Tectia.
- Session managers (one or more): CATPX CLSupersession NetView Access Services Teleview VTAM/Switch.
- Print products: CASpool IBM Infoprint VPS.
- Diagnostic skills are a must including the ability to interpret job and task logs syslogs and traces.
- Ability to train and coach junior team members and build proficient network skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and accounts.
Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise:
- Experience with REXX CList or NCL scripting language is a plus.
- Experience with z/VM RSCS and Vswitch is a plus.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type
Full Time
