Job Title – Mainframe System / Network Architect (z/OS) Duration – 6+ months Location – Remote
Mainframe Networking & Infrastructure: • Manage and support Mainframe Networking Protocols: SNA, VTAM, TCP/IP • Configure and maintain OSA (Open System Adapter) networking interfaces • Strong understanding of Enterprise Network Infrastructure and Security • Knowledge of routing protocols such as Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) • Manage z/OS network communications, connectivity, and performance optimization
System Programming & Architecture Skills: • Strong experience in z/OS System Programming and System z architecture • Expertise in Sysplex configuration, LPAR management, and system integration • Hands-on with SMP/E, IOCP, HCD, PARMLIB, and system configurations • Install and maintain z/OS releases, RSU maintenance, and ISV products • Knowledge of JCL, utilities, batch and online processing environments
Key Responsibilities: • Lead installation, configuration, and upgrading of z/OS environments across development and production systems • Design and manage z/OS architecture, Sysplex integration, and CFRM policies • Handle hardware and software upgrade projects, including datacenter migration and exit planning • Perform performance analysis, tuning, capacity planning, and workload management (WLM) • Monitor system software access, performance, and resource utilization • Manage and maintain z/OS, JES3 environments and ISV software • Work closely with application teams to ensure production stability and issue resolution • Define and enforce security, access control, and software usage policies • Implement and validate backup, recovery, and disaster recovery (DR) procedures • Ensure high availability, system reliability, and environment stability • Support incident/problem determination and resolution within SLA timelines • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to teams
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