z/OS Mainframe Network Systems Admin/Programmer

Education:

4-yr College Degree preferably Information Systems or Computer Science
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) not required but a plus.

Responsibilities

Configure, maintain, & support mission critical mainframe network infrastructure consisting of TCPIP, VTAM, telnet, and FTP.
Troubleshoot and diagnose communication issues both within the mainframe and between the mainframe and the corporate network
Monitor and manage mainframe network performance
Define and activate mainframe printer definitions
Support Network team during corporate network changes
Troubleshoot TN3270/printer connectivity issues
Use network monitor tools to manage and diagnose mainframe network resources including IP trace
Install, upgrade, and maintain monitoring tools and software applications supported by the group.
Provide 24×7 on-call network support including daily monitoring of problem management ticket queue for reports of service issues.
Coordinate with hardware and software vendors for support and future project work
Create comprehensive documentation, conduct thorough testing, and follow defined change control processes.
Effectively communicate with end-users, application programmers, co-workers, managers, and other stakeholders
Demonstrate a high level of initiative and attention to detail during daily operations
Skills Required

Minimum of 8 years of experience installing, configuring, and implementing mainframe network protocols in a large IT environment
Minimum of 8 years of experience with all facets of z/OS Communications Server including TCPIP, FTP, TN3270, and Enterprise Extender
Minimum of 8 years of experience in mainframe systems z/OS, ISPF, JCL
Minimum of 5 years of experience with LPD, PCL, and AFP print technologies
Minimum of 5 years of experience with mainframe third party software installation (SMP/E) and support
Extensive experience supporting and implementing DVIPA
Experience with Cobol, REXX, Assembler, JCL
High level of initiative and attention to detail
Familiarity with application build tools
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent customer support skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Skills Preferred

Familiarity with VPS, XPTR/Content Server, Content Integrator, ChangeMan or other Change control tool (i.e. ISPW), TN3270 emulators (ex. IBM Personal Communications, Jolly Giant QWS)
Experience reading IP traces…Wireshark knowledge a plus
Experience working with vendors and customers for support and troubleshooting
Familiarity with HP Service Manager from a user perspective

Work Conditions

Environment: Office

Shift Work: No

On-Call: Yes

Weekend Work: Yes

Travel Required: 0 – 2 Days per Month,

Company Overview

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) is one of the nation’s premier transportation companies. Its Norfolk Southern Railway Company subsidiary operates approximately 19,500 route miles in 22 states and the District of Columbia, serves every major container port in the eastern United States, and provides efficient connections to other rail carriers. Norfolk Southern operates the most extensive intermodal network in the East and is a major transporter of coal, automotive, and industrial products.

We are a team of more than 28,000 employees working together to maintain our reputation as "The Thoroughbred of Transportation". As an industry leader, Norfolk Southern offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Norfolk Southern is an equal opportunity employer including veterans and disabled.