Mainframe Automation / Netview Engineer

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. (APC); Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc. (APC) is seeking an experienced Mainframe NetView Engineer to support IBM z/OS environments through advanced automation, monitoring, and resiliency solutions.

The successful candidate will administer NetView for z/OS, develop automation using REXX and CLIST, and help implement event-driven automation and recovery procedures. The role is a 12-month contract with a hybrid work arrangement located in Chandler, AZ, with options in Plano, TX or Charlotte,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience with IBM z/OS operating system.
• 5+ years of IBM NetView administration and automation experience.
• Strong hands-on development with REXX, CLIST, and NetView automation.
• Proven experience designing event-driven operational automation.
• Experience supporting highly available enterprise mainframe environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain IBM NetView for z/OS environments.
• Configure and support NetView automation infrastructure.
• Monitor NetView performance and availability.
• Design and implement event-driven automation and CMDLISTs.
• Support incident resolution and disaster recovery procedures.

Skills

Enterprise mainframe expertise

Automation mindset

Problem solving

Tools

REXX

CLIST

NetView automation

AUTOTBL

CMDLISTs

Job description

Job Title: Mainframe Automation / Netview Engineer

Type of Engagement

12-month contract (Not open to 3rd party C2C consultants. Visa sponsorship is not available)

Work Location

Hybrid position in Chandler, AZ, Plano, TX, or Charlotte, NC, Jersey City, NJ (3 days office)

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe NetView Engineer to support enterprise IBM z/OS environments through advanced automation, monitoring, and operational resiliency solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering IBM NetView for z/OS, developing automation solutions using REXX and CLIST, implementing message-driven automation, and supporting critical infrastructure monitoring and recovery processes.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• NetView Administration & Support
  • Administer and maintain IBM NetView for z/OS environments.
  • Configure and support NetView automation infrastructure.
  • Monitor NetView performance, availability, and operational effectiveness.
  • Manage NetView definitions, policies, and operational controls.
• Automation Development
  • Design and develop automation solutions utilizing:
    • REXX
    • CLIST
    • NetView Command Lists (CMDLISTs)
  • Develop automated recovery procedures and operational workflows.
  • Create reusable automation frameworks to improve operational efficiency.
• Event & Message Automation
  • Implement and maintain:
    • Event-driven automation
    • Message automation solutions
    • Automated notification processes
    • Automated escalation procedures
  • Configure and maintain Automation Tables (AUTOTBL).
  • Design message-processing rules to identify, classify, and respond to system events.
• Monitoring & Incident Management
  • Implement proactive monitoring and alerting solutions.
  • Support enterprise event correlation and alert management.
  • Develop automation to reduce manual operator intervention.
  • Participate in production support and operational incident resolution.
  • Perform root cause analysis for infrastructure and automation failures.
• Infrastructure Integration
  • Integrate NetView automation with:
    • z/OS Communications Server
    • VTAM
    • TCP/IP
    • OMEGAMON
    • Enterprise monitoring platforms
  • Support automation across Sysplex environments.
  • Collaborate with operations, network, security, and systems programming teams.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience with IBM z/OS operating system
• 5+ years of IBM NetView administration and automation experience.
• Strong hands-on development experience with REXX, CLIST, and NetView automation.
• Proven experience designing event-driven operational automation solutions.
• Demonstrated success supporting highly available enterprise mainframe environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure incidents and implement long-term resiliency improvements.

NetView Expertise

• IBM NetView for z/OS Administration
• NetView Automation Tables (AUTOTBL)
• NetView Command Lists (CMDLISTs)
• NetView Event Management
• NetView Message Automation
• NetView Operations Management

Automation Development

• Advanced REXX Programming
• CLIST Development
• Automation Scripting
• Event Processing Logic
• Automated Recovery Procedures

Networking & Monitoring

• z/OS Communications Server
• VTAM
• TCP/IP
• OMEGAMON Integration
• Enterprise Monitoring Solutions

Big Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with IBM System Automation for z/OS (SA z/OS).
• Experience managing large-scale financial services or banking environments.
• Knowledge of RACF and z/OS security controls.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and ServiceNow.
• Experience supporting 24x7 enterprise production environments.
• Knowledge of CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ, and related z/OS subsystems.

Job Requisition # 40501

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $52.00 - $57.00 per hour. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

Meet APC

APC is a professional staffing and services organization focused on engaging people and positively impacting lives. As “Professionals serving Professionals”®, we take pride in providing our employees and contractors with the highest level of customer service and support.

APC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status.