Mainframe Network Engineer

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Install/Upgrade: Product installs/upgrades and maintenance for Multisess, Host on Demand, IBM Netview, Mainframe Consoles, CA Spool and Printer Managers.
• Design & Implementation: Architect and deploy mainframe network systems including VTAM, TCP/IP, and SNA configurations.
• Performance Monitoring: Analyze traffic, latency, and throughput using tools like OMEGAMON and RMF.
• Security Management: Enforce RACF policies, IP filtering, and encryption protocols (e.g., AT-TLS).
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose connectivity issues, protocol mismatches, and hardware faults.
• Disaster Recovery: Plan and execute failover strategies and backup procedures.
• Documentation: Maintain network diagrams, SOPs, and change records.
• Collaboration: Work with system programmers, DBAs, and application teams to ensure seamless integration.

Qualifications:

• Years of experience required: +15 yrs.

Soft Skills:

• Communication: Explaining technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving: Diagnosing complex network failures and implementing solutions.
• Teamwork: Collaborating with cross-functional IT teams.
• Adaptability: Responding to evolving technologies and business needs.
• Attention to Detail: Ensuring precision in configuration and security.
• Time Management: Balancing multiple systems and priorities efficiently.
• Stress Management: Maintaining composure during outages or high-pressure incidents.
• Customer Orientation: Aligning technical decisions with business goals.
• Mentoring: Supporting junior staff and sharing knowledge.
• Conflict Resolution: Managing disagreements constructively within technical teams.