Mainframe Network Admin

Intuition IT – Intuitive Technology Recruitment; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm seeks a Mainframe Network Admin for a remote role in the UK. Responsibilities include configuration and administration of IBM z/OS mainframe network software, technical support for networking issues, and monitoring performance. Candidates must have advanced skills in TCP/IP protocols and strong English language communication. This position is suited for self-starters capable of managing multiple tasks effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in configuring and administering IBM z / OS mainframe network software.
• Tech support for Mainframe Networking issues and on-call support.
• Production of clear technical documentation as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Configuration and administration of IBM z / OS mainframe network software.
• Monitor performance of mainframe networking components and instigate remedial action.
• Act as a Mainframe Networking resource for internal and external projects.

Skills

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

Strong English language skills

Job description

Role

Mainframe Network Admin

Location

(Remote) UK

Employment Type

Contract

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.