Job Summary

Mainframe Network

Responsibilities:

• Configuration and administration of IBM z/OS mainframe network software.
• Configuration and administration of network related 3rd party system software. 
• Provision of technical support for Mainframe Networking issues during the normal working day and out of hours on call support.  
• Act as a Mainframe Networking resource for internal and external projects. 
• Monitor the performance of mainframe networking components and instigate remedial action. 
• Production of clear technical documentation as appropriate  
• Compliance with all local, regional, global and regulatory policies, processes and procedures.

Requirements:

• Experienced technician with basic skills in most and more advanced skills in some of the following:
  • TCP/IP and associated products/protocols
  • SNA, VTAM, APPN/Enterprise Extender
  • Connect Direct and other file transfer products
  • Session Management products eg. TPX, Teleview, CL/Supersession
  • Network Management products eg. NETVIEW, Netmaster/TCPIP
  • Print server products eg. VPS 
• Must be a self-starter, but also a completer/finisher who ensures that tasks/projects are fully completed with the necessary updates to documentation.
• Well organized and able to keep a number of activities in progress in parallel, balancing priorities as necessary, in particular between support and project work.
• Ability to communicate clearly at all levels while working either individually or as a team player is essential.
• Strong English language skills are a requirement for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Mainframe Network

Responsibilities:

• Configuration and administration of IBM z/OS mainframe network software.
• Configuration and administration of network related 3rd party system software. 
• Provision of technical support for Mainframe Networking issues during the normal working day and out of hours on call support.  
• Act as a Mainframe Networking resource for internal and external projects. 
• Monitor the performance of mainframe networking components and instigate remedial action. 
• Production of clear technical documentation as appropriate  
• Compliance with all local, regional, global and regulatory policies, processes and procedures.

Requirements:

• Experienced technician with basic skills in most and more advanced skills in some of the following:
  • TCP/IP and associated products/protocols
  • SNA, VTAM, APPN/Enterprise Extender
  • Connect Direct and other file transfer products
  • Session Management products eg. TPX, Teleview, CL/Supersession
  • Network Management products eg. NETVIEW, Netmaster/TCPIP
  • Print server products eg. VPS 
• Must be a self-starter, but also a completer/finisher who ensures that tasks/projects are fully completed with the necessary updates to documentation.
• Well organized and able to keep a number of activities in progress in parallel, balancing priorities as necessary, in particular between support and project work.
• Ability to communicate clearly at all levels while working either individually or as a team player is essential.
• Strong English language skills are a requirement for this role.

Skill Requirements

Mainframe Network

Responsibilities:

• Configuration and administration of IBM z/OS mainframe network software.
• Configuration and administration of network related 3rd party system software. 
• Provision of technical support for Mainframe Networking issues during the normal working day and out of hours on call support.  
• Act as a Mainframe Networking resource for internal and external projects. 
• Monitor the performance of mainframe networking components and instigate remedial action. 
• Production of clear technical documentation as appropriate  
• Compliance with all local, regional, global and regulatory policies, processes and procedures.

Requirements:

• Experienced technician with basic skills in most and more advanced skills in some of the following:
  • TCP/IP and associated products/protocols
  • SNA, VTAM, APPN/Enterprise Extender
  • Connect Direct and other file transfer products
  • Session Management products eg. TPX, Teleview, CL/Supersession
  • Network Management products eg. NETVIEW, Netmaster/TCPIP
  • Print server products eg. VPS 
• Must be a self-starter, but also a completer/finisher who ensures that tasks/projects are fully completed with the necessary updates to documentation.
• Well organized and able to keep a number of activities in progress in parallel, balancing priorities as necessary, in particular between support and project work.
• Ability to communicate clearly at all levels while working either individually or as a team player is essential.
• Strong English language skills are a requirement for this role.

Other Requirements