Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer - Network

Senior Mainframe Network Systems Programmer

Position Summary

Provide premium Mainframe network system programming support and services to Ensono mainframe clients.The successful candidate will perform mainframe network components and related OEM software products coupled with administration and tuning to support our customers' mainframe network environments. The individual will need to work with vendor personnel to achieve timely solutions of mainframe network related problems.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role

• Installing Mainframe network and related ISV products efficiently and according to best practices and Ensono standards (for productivity/scalability purposes).
• Fulfill customer service requests for mainframe z/OS customers in a timely manner as they pertain to Mainframe Network and related products
• Provide key support for customer migration services (new customer transitions) as they pertain to Mainframe network and related OEM software products.
• Communicate to both customer and management the status of issues at intervals during resolution process.
• Maintain documentation of issue cause, action, and resolution in the designated problem tracking system.
• Aid and assist other mainframe teams as required to support them and our clients.
• Adhere to a schedule that efficiently manages resources and allows timely implementations.
• Follow ITSM change control procedures

• Bachelor's degree required and/or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in Mainframe network programming support, working with network components and Mainframe network related software products
• Must possess thorough understanding of mainframe operating system principles and subsystem components.
• Experience in installation/upgrade/customization of Mainframe Network related ISV software products
• SMPE Knowledge and experience
• Definition, Maintenance and Modification of existing Mainframe Network Products
• Manage & Support Transmission Products - FTPs (SSL), sFTP (SSH), & Connect:Direct Secure (NDM)
• Manage & Support Session Manager applications - TPX, Supersession
• Develop Mainframe Network Toolkits with the help of NetMaster, NetView, Rexx & CLISTs
• Maintain Mainframe Network Components: TCP/IP including DVIPA & DDVIPA configurations, IPSEC, IPFILTER, Intrusion Detection Services (IDS), Enterprise Extender (EE), SNA, VTAM, APPN, OSA connectivity interface to the Core
• Provide logical connectivity between applications and mainframe subsystems
• Support TCP/IP encryption methods (IPSEC, AT-TLS, and TLS) and monitoring of protocols and cyphers aligned to company policies
• Experience using various network monitoring software (Omegamon, Mainview, Mainframe Tracing, Sniffers) in problem determination, particularly for performance/response problems.
• Knowledgeable in best practices of software management, maintenance, and documentation
• Experience with establishing policies and procedures pertaining to database management, DR, security, maintenance, and utilization
• Ability to evaluate change requests and determine impact to assigned clients and troubleshooting and solving production database issues.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong analytical skills required for quick problem determination and isolation of root cause with emphasis on required recovery actions to minimize impact to client business.
• Demonstrated ability to respond quickly and effectively to support requests from multiple clients
• Must be able to multi-task and work under short deadlines and in high pressure situations.
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentations)
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as independently.