We are seeking a Mainframe Network Systems Programmer for a Host Network Support position. This role functions in a global team providing services to a client with multi-protocol complex environments.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The selected candidate will interact frequently with clients, vendors, and management to ensure high level of satisfaction. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Acting as a resource and point of escalation for global team members.
• Engaging in identifying, analyzing, and resolving complex problems on zOS host networks.
• Providing planning and recommendations for changes on hardware and software components for the zOS network.
• Utilizing z/OS Communications Server and other products perform configuration and customization of IBM and ISV mainframe network software.
• Supporting project management with implementation of network software upgrades, including testing and implementation with network service provider, application teams, and internal support teams.
• Disaster Recovery, planning and execution of tests, including client access to DR systems during production network service.
• Compliance and Security, ensure mainframe network environment complies with security rules agreed by Kyndryl and client.
• Performing level 3 problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Can act in a leadership role for the global team on global projects and participate on teams that impact the host network.

This is a remote position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5+ years' experience performing z/OS system support / programming, Host Network experience
• Demonstrable skills in z/OS Network Systems Programming in a multi-LPAR Sysplex environment: Communication Server VTAM : SNA, APPN, Enterprise Extender, Subarea routing, Logmode tables.
• Communication Server TCP/IP: OSA, OSPF, ZOSMF, DVIPA, DDVIPA. Network Security: PAGENT, SSL/TLS, Configuration Assistant, SSH.
• Network Monitoring: (One or more) NetView, CA-NetMaster, OMEGAMON for Networks.
• File Transfer (Two or more): Connect:Direct, CA-XCOM, ftp(s), SFTP, NetView FTP, Co:Z,
• Session managers (one or more): CA-TPX, CL-Supersession, NetView Access Services, Teleview, VTAM/Switch.
• Printo Products: CA-Spool, IBM INfoprint, VPS
• Diagnostic skills are a must,  including the ability to interpret job and task logs, syslogs and traces
• Ability to train and coach junior team members and build proficient network skills

Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise:

• Experience with REXX,CList, or NCL scripting language is plus
• Experience with z/VM, RSCS and Vswitch is also a plus

NewFound Recruiting is a Canadian professional services company headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario, and is one of Canada’s leaders in professional staffing and recruiting. Currently, NewFound Recruiting is servicing clients across Canada, having established relationships in Ontario (Toronto and Ottawa), Alberta, British Columbia, Quebec, and Newfoundland. By applying innovative techniques, we match the right candidate with the right position. Our 20 years of industry experience give you the assurance that we will provide the right answers to your difficult questions.

At NewFound, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. All employment at NewFound is based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. NewFound welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities, and we will provide reasonable accommodations, accessible formats, and communication support upon request during the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at info@newfoundrecruiting.com.