Mainframe Communication Server (Network) Engineer

Primary Responsibilities

The Mainframe Communication Server System Engineer participates in design, development and implementation of mainframe network systems (TCP/IP and SNA/APPN) engineering activities, including OS technical support, systems programming and data centre support activities, and is responsible for components of complex engineering and/or analytical tasks and activities.

System programming functions in the configuration, support and tuning of MVS or Z/OS Operating System, and system products such as, CICS, DB, Scheduling & Software Application management tools.

Required Job Skills

• 5 - 7 years in support and/or implementation of mainframe network engineering activities in z/OS environment.
• Min 3-4 years Systems Programming experience in z/OS.
• Possess networking, problem solving and protocol skills, understand Mainframe communication concepts, and be able to support mainframe connectivity design considerations.
• Working knowledge of TCP & SNA communications
• Printer Setup

Desired Job Skills

• Knowledge of IBM z Enterprise server hardware
• Knowledge in REXX, and/or SAS programming.
• Knowledge of encryption technologies and certificate management (AT-TLS/KEYRINGs etc.).
• Information Technology degree and/or technology certifications preferred or substantial equivalent experience.
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Good analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Good communications skills (Oral and Written).
• Understanding of banking or financial business is advantageous.