Mainframe Automation/Netview Engineer

Computer Task; Charlotte, Phoenix, Plano, Chandler (NC, AZ, TX, AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CTG is seeking a Mainframe Automation/NetView Engineer to administer NetView for z/OS, design automation, and manage event-driven workflows. The role requires 7+ years with IBM z/OS and 5+ years in NetView administration, plus hands-on automation with REXX/CLIST and CMDLISTs.

Onsite three days weekly in Chandler/PHX, AZ; Plano, TX; or Charlotte, NC, with relocation possible. Candidate must be US-based with work authorization.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of IBM z/OS experience.
• 5+ years of NetView administration and automation.
• Proven automation using REXX, CLIST, and NetView.
• Experience designing event-driven automation.
• Experience supporting large enterprise mainframes.
• Knowledge of RACF/security controls preferred.
• US work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain IBM NetView for z/OS environments.
• Configure and support NetView automation infrastructure, definitions, policies, and controls.
• Monitor NetView performance, availability, and operational effectiveness.
• Support highly available enterprise mainframe environments.
• Design and develop automation using REXX, CLIST, and CMDLISTs.
• Develop automated recovery procedures and workflows.
• Create reusable automation frameworks to improve efficiency.
• Implement and maintain event-driven and message-based automation.
• Configure NetView AUTOTBL and develop message-processing rules.
• Implement automated notification and escalation processes.
• Proactive monitoring and incident alerting solutions.
• Participate in production support and incident resolution.
• Root cause analysis for infra and automation failures.
• Develop automation to improve resiliency and minimize operator intervention.
• Integrate NetView automation with z/OS Communications Server, VTAM, TCP/IP, OMEGAMON.
• Support automation across Sysplex environments.
• Collaborate with operations, network, security, and systems programming teams.

Skills

NetView z/OS admin

NetView AUTOTBL

NetView CMDLISTs

NetView events

REXX programming

CLIST development

Automation scripting

z/OS knowledge

VTAM

TCP/IP

OMEGAMON integration

Enterprise monitoring

Troubleshooting

Event-driven automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

CICS

DB2

IMS

MQ

z/OS subsystems

Job description

CTG is seeking to fill a Mainframe Automation/NetView Engineer position for our client.

Location:

Onsite 3 days per week in Chandler/Phoenix, AZ; Plano, TX; or Charlotte, NC. Candidates must currently live in or around one of these areas or be willing to relocate.

Duration:

6 months

Duties:

NetView Administration & Support:

• Administer and maintain IBM NetView for z/OS environments.
• Configure and support NetView automation infrastructure, definitions, policies, and operational controls.
• Monitor NetView performance, availability, and operational effectiveness.
• Support highly available enterprise mainframe environments.

Automation Development:

• Design and develop automation solutions using REXX, CLIST, and NetView Command Lists (CMDLISTs).
• Develop automated recovery procedures and operational workflows.
• Create reusable automation frameworks to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Event & Message Automation:

• Implement and maintain event-driven and message-based automation solutions.
• Configure and maintain NetView Automation Tables (AUTOTBL).
• Develop message-processing rules to identify, classify, and respond to system events.
• Implement automated notification and escalation processes.

Monitoring & Incident Management:

• Implement proactive monitoring and alerting solutions.
• Support enterprise event correlation and alert management.
• Participate in production support and operational incident resolution.
• Perform root cause analysis for infrastructure and automation failures.
• Develop automation to improve operational resiliency and minimize manual operator intervention.

Infrastructure Integration:

• Integrate NetView automation with z/OS Communications Server, VTAM, TCP/IP, OMEGAMON, and enterprise monitoring platforms.
• Support automation across Sysplex environments.
• Collaborate with operations, network, security, and systems programming teams.

Skills:

• IBM NetView for z/OS administration and automation
• NetView Automation Tables (AUTOTBL)
• NetView Command Lists (CMDLISTs)
• NetView event management and message automation
• Advanced REXX programming
• CLIST development
• Automation scripting and event-processing logic
• Automated recovery procedures
• z/OS Communications Server
• VTAM
• TCP/IP
• OMEGAMON integration
• Enterprise monitoring and event-management solutions
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to design and implement event-driven operational automation

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience with the IBM z/OS operating system.
• 5+ years of hands‑on IBM NetView administration and automation experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing automation using REXX, CLIST, and NetView automation.
• Proven experience designing event-driven operational automation solutions.
• Experience supporting highly available enterprise mainframe environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure incidents and implement long-term resiliency improvements.
• Preferred experience with IBM System Automation for z/OS (SA z/OS).
• Preferred experience supporting large-scale financial services or banking environments.
• Knowledge of RACF and z/OS security controls preferred.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and ServiceNow preferred.
• Experience supporting 24x7 enterprise production environments preferred.
• Knowledge of CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ, and related z/OS subsystems preferred.
• Work Authorization: US Citizens or Green Card candidates only.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent technical experience may be considered.

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee‑based recruitment services for this role.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results‑driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest‑growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.