z/Systems Network Engineer

California Franchise Tax Board; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

California Franchise Tax Board seeks a z/Systems Network Engineer to install, customize, troubleshoot, and document mainframe systems software on z/OS. You will provide 24x7x365 support in a core team of systems programmers delivering mission-critical IBM MQ and network services.

The role requires independence plus collaboration, strong written and verbal communication, and a focus on enterprise-class mainframe infrastructure in Sacramento.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, configuring, administering and troubleshooting mainframe MQ (Message Queue).
• Experience installing, configuring, administering and troubleshooting mainframe Networking (VTAM – VTAM) and TCP/IP.
• Experience installing, configuring, administering and troubleshooting mainframe VPS (VTAM Printer Support System).
• Experience diagnosing and resolving errors or abends with MQ, networking and VPS on z/OS.
• Experience using SMP/e, z/OSMF, CBPDO and ServPac for installations.
• Experience planning, scheduling, and performing software component upgrades and applying fixes for MQ, VTAM, TCP/IP, and VPS.
• Experience working with and/or administering software: TSO, ISPF, SDSF, CLIST, REXX, JES2, JCL, IBM utilities, mainframe Assembler.
• Experience with performance and tuning of networking components.
• Acts as technical point of contact (SME) for MQ, VTAM, TCP/IP and VPS on z/OS.
• Understanding of Mainframe z/OS Facilities
• Self-motivated, excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment

Skills

MQ (Message Queue)

VTAM

TCP/IP

VPS

z/OS

SMP/e

ISPF

SDSF

JES2

JCL

Assembler

Networking tuning

SME for MQ/V/TCPIP/VPS

Mainframe z/OS facilities

Excellent communication

Independent work

Tools

TSO

ISPF

CLIST

REXX

Job description

Job Description And Duties

The salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect reductions in pay in accordance with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program.

http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

Are you a professional that thrives in the complex universe of Information Technology while still looking to maintain a work‑life balance? We are a diverse group of experts that lead with integrity, exemplify honesty, inclusivity, and creditability, to deliver enterprise class products and services to meet the business needs of our customers.

If you are ready for the challenge, want continuous growth, and want to become an expert in this field, this position as the IBM Message Queue and Network Engineer in the Technology Services Division's Infrastructure Services Bureau, Mainframe Engineering Section is for you. Under the direction of z/OS manager, a significant aspect of your job is to install, customize, troubleshoot, and document Mainframe systems software. You will work independently and as part of a core group of Systems Programmers/Engineers providing 24x7x365 support on mission critical systems software, key to the successful mission of the Franchise Tax Board and the State of California.

Additional positions may become available (RPA 2627-00532).

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533732

Position #(s): 564-273-1402-XXX

Working Title: z/Systems Network Engineer

Classification: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST I

$6,513.00 - $8,729.00 A

$7,163.00 - $9,599.00 B

$7,864.00 - $10,537.00 C

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Sacramento County

Telework: In Office

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications and Alternate Range Placement for the position on your State Application (STD Form 678). The application should also clearly demonstrate the candidate’s ability to meet the Desirable Qualifications identified in this job advertisement. The Classification Specification is located on this Job Announcement Posting under "Minimum Requirements".

We encourage applications regardless of whether you think you meet 100% of these skills below. Please highlight your knowledge, skills, and experience related to the below desirable qualifications in your application package.

• Experience installing, configuring, administering and troubleshooting mainframe MQ (Message Queue)
• Experience installing, configuring, administering and troubleshooting mainframe Networking (VTAM – Virtual Telecommunications Access Method and TCP/IP – Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol)
• Experience installing, configuring, administering and troubleshooting mainframe VPS (VTAM Printer Support System)
• Experience diagnosing and resolving errors or abends with MQ, networking and VPS running on z/OS
• Experience using SMP/e, z/OSMF, CBPDO and ServPac for installations.
• Experience planning, scheduling, and performing software component upgrades and applying fixes for MQ, VTAM, TCP/IP, and VPS.
• Experience working with and/or administering the following software: Time-Sharing Option (TSO), Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), System Display and Search Facility (SDSF), Command List (CLIST), Restructured Extended Executor (REXX), Job Entry Subsystem (JES2), Job Control Language (JCL), IBM utilities, mainframe Assembler
• Experience with performance and tuning of networking components
• Acts as technical point of contact (SME) for MQ, VTAM, TCP/IP and VPS on z/OS platform
• Understanding of Mainframe z/OS Facilities
• Self-motivated, excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

Department Website: http://www.ftb.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

Calssification & Hiring Unit

[phone]

Hiring Unit Contact:

David Smith / IT Workforce

[phone]

[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact

Reasonable Accommodation Unit

[phone]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Final Filing Date: 10/13/2026