Mainframe Communications Systems Programmer

Job description

·  Diagnose and resolve reported problems using diagnostic tools and documentation.
·  Execution of assigned tasks such as: installation, maintenance, configuration and administration of network software, hardware and customer connections.
·  Provideafter hours on-call support for all customer systems as required by the business function.
·  Mainframe SNA and TCP/IP consulting.
·  Development and maintenanceofall work related documentation.
·  Provide clear and timely information on steps taken to resolve problems.
·  Document, track and report work through updating the functional area tools.
·  Document and integrate new customers.
·  Providehigh level consultancy to all internal customers and selected external customers.
·  Comply with IBM processes, policies and guidelines for conducting work.
·  Comply with IBM's Customers policies and guidelines when supporting that particular customer.
·  Meet Service Level Agreements as specified by IBM for each customer.
·  Perform Security compliance activities, as assigned.
Auto req ID

272143BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Systems Programmer
State / Province

NEW SOUTH WALES
Primary job category

Technical Specialist
Company

(0008) IBM Australia Limited
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

Up to 10% or 1 day a week
IBM Business Group

GTS
Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree
City / Township / Village

ST LEONARDS
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Candidate would normally have 3 - 5 years relevant experience in a Mainframe Communication Support role and a sound knowledge of multiple products and systems.
Alternatively a minimum of 4 or more years of relevant industry experience in Mainframe or Network support.

Sound knowledge of the following protocols and products – software and hardware

·  Protocols: SNA, TCP/IP & APPN
·  z/OS (OS/390, MVS)
·  Communications Server for z/OS - SNA (VTAM) and TCPIP (including demons)
·  Session Management: One or more of IBM Session Manager for z/OS, NetView Access Services & Solve: Access Session Management
·  Network management: One or both of Tivoli NetView and CA Netmaster equivalents
·  OSA & OSA/SF
·  TSO, JCL, JES and CLIST Language(s) - REXX and/or TPSL and/or NCL

Country/Region

Australia
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

Working knowledge of the following protocols and products – software and hardware:

·  Protocols: OSPF, SDLC, SSH, SSL/TLS, AT-TLS, Ethernet, & APPC
·  Network monitoring & tuning: One or both of Omegamon for Mainframe Networks & NetSpy
·  File Transfer Products / Protocols: Eg FTP/SFTP/FTPS & Solve:FTS
·  z/OS Unix System Services / OMVS
·  APPC(MVS) & ASCH
·  3270 devices and emulation programs
·  Channel technologies: CTC, MPC, Escon,Ficon etc.
·  Telecommunication Service Offerings
·  Trace and dump gathering and analysis: ACFTAP, IPCS & Exegence
·  Netex
·  Assembler
·  Principles of: Change Management, Incident / Problem Management, Project Management, Security Compliance, DisasterRecovery and Client Focus.
Secondary Job Category

Technical Services Specialist
Eligibility Requirements

Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
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