Mainframe Network Programmer || Remote

Mainframe Network Programmer || Remote

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Application Programming Interface (API) Automation CLIST Cloud Computing Cloud Technology COBOL (Programming Language) Communications Protocols Computer Network Operations Computer Science Connect-Direct (Internet Protocols Based Network Software) Data Encryption Debugging Encryption Enterprise Security Generic Programming IBM Mainframe IBM Software Information Technology Job Control Language (JCL) Management Middleware Network Configuration And Change Management Network Diagnostics Network Management Network Monitoring Network Performance PL/I (Procedural Programming Language) Resource Access Control Facility Rexx (Programming Language) Scripting Security Administration Software Development Software Testing Automation Framework System Modification Program/Extended (SMP/E) TCP/IP Virtual Private Servers Virtual Telecommunications Access Methods Wireshark z/OS

Summary: The Mainframe Network Programmer role involves designing, developing, and supporting network-related applications and systems within IBM mainframe environments. The position requires extensive expertise in mainframe programming languages and network management tools to ensure secure and efficient connectivity across enterprise systems. The programmer will collaborate with various teams to deliver comprehensive solutions while ensuring compliance with security standards. This is a remote position based in the USA.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, enhance, and maintain mainframe network programs using COBOL, Assembler, PL/I, REXX, or CLIST.
  • Create and optimize communication protocols (SNA, TCP/IP, VTAM, NCP) for efficient data transfer.
  • Implement APIs, exits, and utilities for integrating network functions with mainframe applications.
  • Configure and maintain VTAM definitions, TCP/IP stacks, and network subsystems.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve mainframe network connectivity issues.
  • Support integration of mainframe with distributed platforms, middleware, and cloud environments.
  • Analyze network performance, tune configurations, and ensure optimal throughput.
  • Develop monitoring tools and scripts for network diagnostics and reporting.
  • Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards, encryption protocols, and regulatory requirements.
  • Partner with system programmers, network engineers, and application teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
  • Provide technical guidance during project implementations, migrations, and upgrades.
  • Document network designs, configuration standards, and program logic.

Key Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • 8+ years of experience in IBM mainframe programming with focus on network and communications subsystems.
  • Proficiency in programming languages: COBOL, Assembler, PL/I, REXX, CLIST.
  • Strong knowledge of VTAM, TCP/IP, NCP, SNA, and related protocols.
  • Experience with z/OS, TSO/ISPF, JCL, SMP/E and related system utilities.
  • Familiarity with network monitoring and debugging tools (e.g., NetView, Wireshark, OMEGAMON).
  • Experience with mainframe modernization and integration with distributed/cloud platforms.
  • Knowledge of RACF security administration and encryption standards.
  • Exposure to automation frameworks and scripting for network operations.
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:
Mainframe Network Programmer
Remote

Mainframe Network System Programmer (Tools Knowledge Required - IBM Connect Direct / Netview / VPS printer / Host on Demand)
We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Network Programmer to design, develop, and support network-related applications and systems on IBM mainframe environments. The role requires strong expertise in mainframe programming languages, telecommunications protocols, and network management tools to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performing connectivity across enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Development
Develop, enhance, and maintain mainframe network programs using COBOL, Assembler, PL/I, REXX, or CLIST.
Create and optimize communication protocols (SNA, TCP/IP, VTAM, NCP) for efficient data transfer.
Implement APIs, exits, and utilities for integrating network functions with mainframe applications.
Network Configuration & Support
Configure and maintain VTAM definitions, TCP/IP stacks, and network subsystems.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve mainframe network connectivity issues.
Support integration of mainframe with distributed platforms, middleware, and cloud environments.
Performance & Security
Analyze network performance, tune configurations, and ensure optimal throughput.
Develop monitoring tools and scripts for network diagnostics and reporting.
Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards, encryption protocols, and regulatory requirements.
Collaboration & Documentation
Partner with system programmers, network engineers, and application teams to deliver end-to-end solutions.
Provide technical guidance during project implementations, migrations, and upgrades.
Document network designs, configuration standards, and program logic.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
8+ years of experience in IBM mainframe programming with focus on network and communications subsystems.
Proficiency in programming languages: COBOL, Assembler, PL/I, REXX, CLIST.
Strong knowledge of VTAM, TCP/IP, NCP, SNA, and related protocols.
Experience with z/OS, TSO/ISPF, JCL, SMP/E and related system utilities.
Familiarity with network monitoring and debugging tools (e.g., NetView, Wireshark, OMEGAMON).
Preferred Skills
Experience with mainframe modernization and integration with distributed/cloud platforms.
Knowledge of RACF security administration and encryption standards.
Exposure to automation frameworks and scripting for network operations.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
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