Mainframe System / Network Architect (z/OS)

Iconma LLC

NC

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SKILLS

Authentication Software, Capacity Management, Computer Networks, Configuration Management, Data Recovery, Disaster Recovery, Hardware Upgrades, Health Plan, High Availability, IBM Job Entry Subsystem, IBM Sysplex, IBM VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), IBM z-OS Operating System, Independent Software Vendor (ISV), Information Technology Consulting, JCL (Job Control Language), Mainframe Computer, Mentoring, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Connectivity, Network Operations Center, Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Support, Open Shortest Path First Protocol (OSPF), Performance Analysis, Performance Engineering, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Resource Utilization, Routing Protocols, Service Level Agreement (SLA), Software Upgrades, Symmetric MultiProcessing (SMP) Computing, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Migration, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Reliability, Systems/Internals Programming, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Team Player, Technical Leadership, Z Programming Language

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7 days ago

Our client, a IT Services and Consulting company, is looking for a Mainframe System / Network Architect (z/OS) for their Remote location.

Responsibilities:

Mainframe Networking & Infrastructure:
Manage and support Mainframe Networking Protocols: SNA, VTAM, TCP/IP
Configure and maintain OSA (Open System Adapter) networking interfaces
Strong understanding of Enterprise Network Infrastructure and Security
Knowledge of routing protocols such as Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Manage z/OS network communications, connectivity, and performance optimization
System Programming & Architecture Skills:
Strong experience in z/OS System Programming and System z architecture
Expertise in Sysplex configuration, LPAR management, and system integration
Hands-on with SMP/E, IOCP, HCD, PARMLIB, and system configurations
Install and maintain z/OS releases, RSU maintenance, and ISV products
Knowledge of JCL, utilities, batch and online processing environments
Lead installation, configuration, and upgrading of z/OS environments across development and production systems
Design and manage z/OS architecture, Sysplex integration, and CFRM policies
Handle hardware and software upgrade projects, including datacenter migration and exit planning
Perform performance analysis, tuning, capacity planning, and workload management (WLM)
Monitor system software access, performance, and resource utilization
Manage and maintain z/OS, JES3 environments and ISV software
Work closely with application teams to ensure production stability and issue resolution
Define and enforce security, access control, and software usage policies
Implement and validate backup, recovery, and disaster recovery (DR) procedures
Ensure high availability, system reliability, and environment stability
Support incident/problem determination and resolution within SLA timelines
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to teams

Requirements:

z/OS Architecture & Sysplex Integration
Mainframe Networking (SNA, VTAM, TCP/IP, OSA, OSPF)
Mainframe Infrastructure & Performance Engineering
Years of Experience: 10.00+ Years of Experience

Why Should You Apply?

Health Benefits
Referral Program
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Mainframe System / Network Architect (z/OS)

Iconma LLC

NC

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