IBM Senior Mainframe Server Administrator

Estrada Consulting Inc is looking to hire Senior Mainframe Server Administrator with the following experience:

Required Skills & Abilities:
• 20+ years of experience with mainframe software management specific to VTAM & TCPIP sub-system and associated software products.
• Experience supporting/leading/training of software management use with little or no direction. This would include all aspects such as logical/physical design, defining, implementing, monitoring, reporting and utilities.
• Actively mentor and guide staff in development of mainframe implementation, testing, and maintaining of VTAM & TCPIP software and related system software skills.
• Monitor VTAM & TCPIP and its components to make recommendations to better utilize resources for optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Ability to install and customize IBM and third party software using SMP/E & IEBCOPY
• Ability to perform multiple activities simultaneously with minimal supervision.

• • Ability to write/read/debug programs in a batch and online environment.
• Ability to write software exit program(s) and use software utilities as required.
• Solid knowledge of mainframe JCL and utilities.
• Expert knowledge with Disaster Recovery Best Practices
• Expert knowledge of OSA Adapters, IP, VTAM & SSL/TLS Traces.
• Expert knowledge of FTPS, SFTP, AT/TLS, VVP, JQP, MFT & EntireX.
• Expert knowledge of CL Super Session, TN3270 & Enterprise Extender.
• Experience using TSO, ISPF, SDSF, IPTRACE & NTSTAT
• Experience using RACF commands for managing digital certificates & keyrings
• Experience with IP Routing, IP subnet structures, VIPA and hyper-sockets
• Experience with DR DASD/VTS mirroring & associated networking requirements
• Experience writing in Assembler, REXX and CLISTs.
• Experience and understanding of z/OS UNIX environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to think strategically and act tactically.
• Ability to work in a team environment, share ideas and take direction.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Working knowledge of z/OS, CICS & JES2
• Experience with DB2, DR & Contracts

About Estrada Consulting Incorporated:

Estrada Consulting, Inc. (ECI) delivers technology-enabled services and solutions to clients all over the USA and British Columbia. We provide system integration, custom application development, data warehouse and business intelligence, project management, custom reporting solutions and consulting services to mid-size and large enterprises in all major industries. The Company headquarters is in Sacramento, California, and was established in year 2000. Visit http://www.estradaci.com/ to learn about our projects, managed services, awards and certifications delivering value for a range of businesses and government agencies.