VTAM TC/PIP NDM (Connect Direct) Mainframe

NO SPONSORSHIP / No OPT

Mainframe Communication Server Analyst

SALARY: $150k - $155k plus $10k bonus, 50% cash and 5% equity

LOCATION: REMOTE

SELLING POINTS: VTAM TCP/IP NDM (Connect Direct) MSM SMPE on top of the mainframe zos.

In this role you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and administration of TCP/IP, VTAM Unix System Services and portions of z/OS. You will also participate in Disaster Recovery exercises, support governance requirements and audits and work with capacity and performance teams in proactively addressing potential performance issues impacting service levels.

What you ll do:

• Install and maintain Connect:Direct (NDM), MSM and InterTest Batch utilizing SMP/E
• Design and develop utilities (REXX) to streamline processes
• Support a redundant TCPIP network for a Parallel Sysplex by making use of Dynamic VIPA and Sysplex Distributor and HiperSockets
• Support non-shared USS file system in a Shared File system accessible by all LPARs within a Sysplex
• Support and diagnose AT-TLS configurations
• Troubleshoot started task abends utilizing IPCS
• Apply Ciphers and license certificates
• Resolving network connection issues utilizing packet traces

Experience you'll need to have:

• 7+ years of experience with the z/OS mainframe communications experience
• 7+ years of experience with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and possess a deep understanding of core networking protocols as well has hands on Cisco routers and switches
• 7+ years of experience configuring and managing secure data transmissions with firewalls and VPNs
• 7+ years of experience with JCL, UNIX Shell, IBM system utilities, and network monitoring tools
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education, military, and work experience

Experience that would be great to have:

• Cloud networking familiarity with hybrid cloud environments and Z integration
• Experience in the financial services industry or other highly regulated industries