IBM z OS Communications Server Network Engineer

Introduction

We are seeking a highly skilled Network Engineer with expertise in IBM z/OS Communications Server to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in network analysis, security management, and system support within a mainframe environment.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in mainframe environments: TSO/ISPF, JCL, SDSF (JES2/JES3), and OMVS.
• Experience with distributed tools such as PuTTY, WinSCP, and the Client Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of network protocols, standards, and security.
• Senior engineer experience with practical experience in two coding languages or advanced practice in one language.
• 10 years in IT and 8 years in development.
• Prior work experience at client or in client's industry.

Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in IBM z/OS Communications Server, with specific expertise in SNA, VTAM, and APPN/Enterprise Extender.
• Experience in TCP/IP stack configuration and z/OS Policy Agent.
• Familiarity with ServiceNow for IT Service Management (ITSM) is highly desirable.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform advanced network problem analysis utilizing sniffer traces and TCP/IP packet captures.
• Execute and analyze VTAM network traces to isolate and resolve complex issues within the SNA/APPN environment.
• Provide high-level support for Enterprise Extender (EE) protocols to ensure seamless SNA-over-IP communication.
• Customize and maintain the z/OS Policy Agent (Pagent) to manage network policies and AT-TLS rules.
• Generate reports based on SMF records using REXX, CLIST, and Java.

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.