Systems Programmer/Analyst

Position Purpose:

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of VTAM infrastructure, including troubleshooting connectivity issues, optimizing network configurations, and implementing enhancements to support system performance and reliability.

What You'll Do:

• Diagnose, isolate, and debug software problems and perform problem resolution. Identify issues that the vendor is responsible for and refer those issues appropriately.

• Review and design system software and hardware builds analyzing system options and the impact on the overall systems infrastructure. Develop and document the framework for integration and implementation for changes to technical standards.

• Coordinate installation, testing, and maintenance of systems software. Schedule system downtime in a way that minimizes user impact.

• Review customer requests, security patches, and audit requirements for additions or changes to systems, and evaluate feasibility to determine if/how to handle the request while maintaining an adequate/appropriate overall systems infrastructure. To determine if requested changes are possible, review system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations.

• Provide technical guidance to project team areas as appropriate. May evaluate vendor-supplied software packages and make recommendations to IT management. In coordination with Project Leads and senior level staff, provide input on proposals that could potentially impact systems.

• Assist in the establishment and implementation of standards and guidelines that guide the design of technology solutions across the enterprise.

• Provide technical and disaster recovery support for systems software.

Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related field

Degree Equivalency:

• Associate's degree and an additional 2 years of job-related work experience for a total of 10 years of job-related work experience (See Required Work Experience).

OR

• 12 total years of job-related work experience or

Required Work Experience:

• 8 Years IT experience including extensive systems programming experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and logical thinking skills.

• Thorough understanding of operating systems and foundation architecture.

• Extensive knowledge of systems programming, graphical user interfaces, control languages, development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies.

• Advanced knowledge of currently utilized programming productivity tools and their use.

• Advanced knowledge/skills in analyzing system software and making recommendations for performance enhancements.

Required Software and Other Tools:

• Standard office equipment.

We Prefer that You Have:

• A working knowledge of z/OS networking including VTAM, TCPIP, and SMP/E. Knowledge of CA-TPX, NetView, and Connect:Direct (NDM).

• Experience installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting NetView, Connect:Direct, and TPX.

• Experience with TIBCO MFT Platform Server (Cyberfusion) on z/OS

• A working knowledge of SAS and SMF records

• Advanced Networking Concepts (TCP/IP, Routing, Firewalls, Network Security, Enterprise Extender, APPN)

• Disaster Recovery experience recovering environments for VTAM and TCPIP communication network for ZOS

What we Can Do for You:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage

• Life insurance

• Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn.

• Nine paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

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