Track Lead - Mainframe SysOps & Batch Scheduling Tools

Job Summary

Mainframe Network 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.

Key Responsibilities

Mainframe Network 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.

Skill Requirements

Mainframe Network 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.

Other Requirements

1. Optional But Valuable: Itil Foundation Certification

2. Optional But Valuable: Six Sigma Green Belt Certificatio