Position: Mainframe Network ConsultantLocation: Frisco, TX(Hybrid)Mode of Hire: Contract VTAM, TCPIP, IBM Enterprise Extender(IBM EE), FTPS, SFTP,AT-TLS,CA TPX, CL Supersession
Job Summary:Responsibilities: - Configuration and administration of IBM z/OS mainframe network software.
- Configuration and administration of network related 3rd party system software.
- Provision of technical support for Mainframe Networking issues during the normal working day and out of hours on call support.
- Act as a Mainframe Networking resource for internal and external projects.
- Monitor the performance of mainframe networking components and instigate remedial action.
- Production of clear technical documentation as appropriate
- Compliance with all local, regional, global and regulatory policies, processes and procedures.
Requirements: - Experienced technician with basic skills in most and more advanced skills in some of the following:
- TCP/IP and associated products/protocols
- SNA, VTAM, APPN/Enterprise Extender
- Connect Direct and other file transfer products
- Session Management products eg. TPX, Teleview, CL/Supersession
- Network Management products eg. NETVIEW, Netmaster/TCPIP
- Print server products eg. VPS
- Must be a self-starter, but also a completer/finisher who ensures that tasks/projects are fully completed with the necessary updates to documentation.
- Well organized and able to keep a number of activities in progress in parallel, balancing priorities as necessary, in particular between support and project work.
- Ability to communicate clearly at all levels while working either individually or as a team player is essential.
- Strong English language skills are a requirement for this role.