Associate Mainframe Systems Programmer - Network

Position Summary

The Associate Mainframe Systems 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.

Position reports to Manager, Mainframe Network.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role

• Responsible 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.
• 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.
• Trains and communicates with Associates and Clients for new upgrades and products.
• Assists Client applications with problem determination and problem solving
• Mainframe 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/Linux
  • Network systems, CICS, MQ, Netview, Netmaster, TCP/IP, VTAM, NDM, FTP, EE, CA/Spool, LRS VPS/DRS, InfoPrint, JQP, XPTR, Connect:Direct, XCOM
  • Capacity Planning/Performance processor, Networks and storage
  • Database Systems DB2, IMS, IDMS, ADABASE, NATURAL, UDB, DATACOM
  • Security tools ACF2, Top Secret, RACF
  • Storage platforms Tape, Virtual Tape, DASD
  • Third Party software tools
  • Automated Operations systems AF Operator, OPS/MVS, UNICENTER

What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role

Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ years’ mainframe networking experience is preferred with overall mainframe systems experience a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree required and/or equivalent work experience. 
• Ability to prioritize and balances tasks, issues and concerns with self, team and clients.
• Experience developing, leading, and managing system programming projects.

Other Qualifications

• Good communication skills are required as the candidate will be dealing with internal colleagues as well as external clients.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently. 
• Must be able to multi-task and work under short deadlines and in high pressure situations.
• Strong analytical, problem resolution and root cause analysis skills.

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 a client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices. 

Some of our benefits include: 

• Unlimited Paid Days Off  

• Three health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield  

• 401k with company match  

• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts  

• Paid Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Sabbatical Leave 

• Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding 

• Enhanced fertility coverage 

• Wellness program  

• Flexible work schedule  

• Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers 

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $63,000 to $92,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program. 

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.  

Pay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCP’s pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCP’s website.  

If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email [email protected].