Senior Network Systems Programmer, z/OS Mainframe – CONTRACT

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Operates independently to identify mainframe z/OS software upgrade necessities to ensure all products remain at current and supported levels as specified by IBM and third-party vendors.

• Organizes and plans all significant software upgrades in collaboration with various Mainframe Technical support teams.

• Establishes resource requirements in partnership with other managers within the Technical Services group to facilitate software and hardware upgrade needs.

• Creates and upholds standards for all Software Infrastructure and Program Products.

• Tracks CPU, Memory, and DASD trends to ensure service levels of supported software are maintained.

• Oversees Project Management for all major product upgrades to guarantee the stability and reliability objectives of the mainframe are met.

• Remains informed about vendor software trends and product release timelines for the z/OS technology software on the IBM mainframe.

• Manages multiple projects, formulates detailed implementation strategies and timelines, and generates regular status updates.

• Engages with management and technical personnel on additional related mainframe software and hardware initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience with z/OS Mainframe VTAM, SNA, APPN & HPR, and TCP/IP.

• Experience providing large-scale computing infrastructure technical and operational support in a highly technical setting comprising nearly 8 z/OS LPARs.

• Proficient in the implementation, configuration, and support of VTAM, SNA, APPN, and HPR technologies.

• Skilled in the implementation, configuration, and support of mainframe TCP/IP within a z/OS Parallel Sysplex environment.

• Capable of implementing, configuring, and supporting Connect: Direct.

• Experienced in the implementation, configuration, and support of NetView Network Management.

• Knowledgeable in enterprise system communications and file transfer protocols.

• Familiar with enterprise encryption applications and processes, including TCPIP AT/TLS & SSL/TLS.

• Expertise in the implementation, configuration, and support of communications server infrastructure program products.

• Possesses excellent communication abilities, analytical skills, strong judgment, and systems management expertise.

• Demonstrates a collaborative approach that fosters teamwork.

• More than 15 years of relevant technical experience.

• Holds an MS/BS degree or has equivalent professional experience.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities.

• Health insurance.

• Professional development opportunities.