Network Engineer #1054793 Job at FastTek Global in Dearborn
FastTek Global, Dearborn, MI, United States
Network Engineer (#1054793)
Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Responsibilities
Perform advanced network problem analysis using sniffer traces and TCP/IP packet captures.
Execute and analyze VTAM network traces to isolate and resolve complex issues within the SNA/APPN environment.
Provide high‑level support for Enterprise Extender (EE) protocols to ensure seamless SNA‑over‑IP communication.
Customize and maintain the z/OS Policy Agent (Pagent) to manage network policies and AT‑TLS rules.
Manage secure communication protocols, including SSH and SSL/TLS, ensuring robust data encryption.
Administer Digital Certificates and Keyrings to maintain mainframe security integrity.
Support secure file transfer services, including SFTP, FTPS, and Connect:Direct.
Configure and support IBM 3270 emulators, including PCOMM, Host On‑Demand (HOD), and HACP‑EE.
Customize and maintain the VPS Enterprise Printing System.
Manage printer protocols, specifically PCL and PostScript, to ensure reliable output services.
Generate reports based on SMF records using REXX, CLIST, and Java.
Utilize IBM utilities, Syncsort, and SMF (System Management Facilities) records for performance monitoring, reporting, and capacity planning.
Requirements
Proficiency in mainframe environments: TSO/ISPF, JCL, SDSF (JES2/JES3), and OMVS.
Experience with distributed tools such as PuTTY, WinSCP, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with ServiceNow for IT Service Management (ITSM) is highly desirable.
Operational Expectations
On‑call support: Must be willing to participate in a rotational 24x7x365 on‑call schedule.
Flexibility: Ability to work overtime, including various shifts, weekends, and holidays, as required by business needs.
Collaboration: Proven ability to function effectively both as an independent contributor and as a collaborative team member across cross‑functional groups.
Skills Required
Mainframe Systems
Network Protocols & Standards
Network Security
Z/OS
Skills Preferred
Java
Linux
Programming
TCP/IP
Experience
Senior Engineer experience: Practical experience in two coding languages or advanced experience in one language, with guidance responsibilities.
10+ years in IT.
8+ years in development.
Minimum 5 years of experience in IBM z/OS Communications Server, with specific expertise in SNA, VTAM, APPN/Enterprise Extender, TCP/IP stack configuration, and z/OS Policy Agent.
Education
Certification Program (required)
Master's Degree (required)
Bachelor's Degree (required)
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
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Location: Dearborn, Michigan
Responsibilities
Perform advanced network problem analysis using sniffer traces and TCP/IP packet captures.
Execute and analyze VTAM network traces to isolate and resolve complex issues within the SNA/APPN environment.
Provide high‑level support for Enterprise Extender (EE) protocols to ensure seamless SNA‑over‑IP communication.
Customize and maintain the z/OS Policy Agent (Pagent) to manage network policies and AT‑TLS rules.
Manage secure communication protocols, including SSH and SSL/TLS, ensuring robust data encryption.
Administer Digital Certificates and Keyrings to maintain mainframe security integrity.
Support secure file transfer services, including SFTP, FTPS, and Connect:Direct.
Configure and support IBM 3270 emulators, including PCOMM, Host On‑Demand (HOD), and HACP‑EE.
Customize and maintain the VPS Enterprise Printing System.
Manage printer protocols, specifically PCL and PostScript, to ensure reliable output services.
Generate reports based on SMF records using REXX, CLIST, and Java.
Utilize IBM utilities, Syncsort, and SMF (System Management Facilities) records for performance monitoring, reporting, and capacity planning.
Requirements
Proficiency in mainframe environments: TSO/ISPF, JCL, SDSF (JES2/JES3), and OMVS.
Experience with distributed tools such as PuTTY, WinSCP, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with ServiceNow for IT Service Management (ITSM) is highly desirable.
Operational Expectations
On‑call support: Must be willing to participate in a rotational 24x7x365 on‑call schedule.
Flexibility: Ability to work overtime, including various shifts, weekends, and holidays, as required by business needs.
Collaboration: Proven ability to function effectively both as an independent contributor and as a collaborative team member across cross‑functional groups.
Skills Required
Mainframe Systems
Network Protocols & Standards
Network Security
Z/OS
Skills Preferred
Java
Linux
Programming
TCP/IP
Experience
Senior Engineer experience: Practical experience in two coding languages or advanced experience in one language, with guidance responsibilities.
10+ years in IT.
8+ years in development.
Minimum 5 years of experience in IBM z/OS Communications Server, with specific expertise in SNA, VTAM, APPN/Enterprise Extender, TCP/IP stack configuration, and z/OS Policy Agent.
Education
Certification Program (required)
Master's Degree (required)
Bachelor's Degree (required)
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
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