Senior Mainframe Network System Programmer

Senior Mainframe Network System ProgrammerRemote - United StatesJR010079Senior Mainframe Network System ProgrammerAt Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs.

As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation.

We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business.

Honesty, reliability, curiosity, collaboration, and passionare thekeyto achieving our purpose.About the role and what you’ll be doing : A Senior Mainframe Network System Programmer plans, installs, tests, administers, maintains, updates and implements VTAM, TCPIP, FTP, SFTP, TLS, CA / Spool, LRS VPS / DRS, InfoPrint, JQP, XPTR, Connect : Direct, XCOM, Enterprise Extender, Session Manager and mainframe network related software.

Diagnoses, resolves, and documents system problems. Supports client mainframe Network environments and participates in client discussions as needed.

This position reports to Manager of Mainframe Network ServicesKey Areas of Focus for this RoleResponsible for IT mainframe Network systems programming and general product support including configuring interfaces to other subsystems.

Plans, coordinates, installs, configures, tests, administers, maintains, updates, implements, tracks changes and / or provides corrective maintenance to mainframe Network-related software.

Diagnoses, resolves, and documents mainframe Network-related problems.Adheres to ITIL, Change and Problem Management process.

Effectively communicates with software suppliers, peers, clients, and Leadership.Maintains current software and products by ensuring system availability and performance in accordance with service agreements.

Monitors and reports on system / product performance, reliability, and consistency.Prioritizes and balances tasks, issues and concerns with self, team, and clients.

Increases efficiency through automation and / or template utilization as appropriate.Review and seek out cost reductions, efficiency improvements and better methods to support applicable technology environments.

Keeps informed of latest industry, trends, products, services with relevant existing and emerging technologies.Develops leads and manages system programming projects including project management.

Trains and communicates with Associates and Clients for new upgrades and products.Assists Client applications with problem determination and problem solvingMainframe Network System Programmer responsibilities are determined by departmental need and may include partial support of technology silos related to several areas such as : Operating systems z / OS, Z / VM, Z / LinuxNetwork systems, CICS, MQ, Netview, Netmaster, TCP / IP, VTAM, NDM, FTP, EE, CA / Spool, LRS VPS / DRS, InfoPrint, JQP, XPTR, Connect : Direct, XCOMCapacity Planning / Performance processor, Networks and storageDatabase Systems DB2, IMS, IDMS, ADABASE, NATURAL, UDB, DATACOMSecurity tools ACF2, Top Secret, RACFStorage platforms Tape, Virtual Tape, DASDThird Party software toolsAutomated Operations systems AF Operator, OPS / MVS, UNICENTERWhat the Ideal Candidate Brings to this RoleWe want all new Associates to succeed in their roles at Ensono.

That’s why we’ve outlined the job requirements below. To be considered for this role, it’s important that you meet all Required Qualifications.

If you do not meet all of the Preferred Qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. Required Qualifications5 to 10 years mainframe networking experience is preferred with overall mainframe systems experience a plus.

College degree preferredTechnical knowledge across multiple Mainframe teamsProficient in Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) to a level of creating documents which can be shared with clients.

Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skillsCustomer Service skills at management levelExperience establishing and documenting processes and proceduresStrong collaboration and teamwork skillsStrong problem solving and analytical skills with knowledge of problem analysisMust be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams as well as provide guidance to junior team members.Why Ensono?

Ensono is a place to make better happen for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration, by learning or volunteering, or to promote diversity and inclusion.

You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it.

We are a client-facing business, but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices.JR010079