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# Mainframe Network Architect

- **Company:** CYNET SYSTEMS INC.
- **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Networks, System Configuration, Disaster Recovery, IBM Parallel Sysplex, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM System Z, Job Entry Subsystem 2/3, Mainframes, Routing, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Performance Tuning, System Programming, System Software, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Z/OS, System Availability, Reliability of Systems, Usage Tracking
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/bf1d5684-c23a-40a1-94bd-107459e2401a

## About the Role

* 1+ years of experience in Mainframe Networking & Infrastructure.
 * Strong experience in z/OS System Programming and System z architecture.
 * Knowledge of routing protocols such as Open Shortest Path First (OSPF).
 * Strong understanding of Enterprise Network Infrastructure and Security., * Expertise in Sysplex configuration, LPAR management, and system integration.
 * Hands-on with SMP/E, IOCP, HCD, PARMLIB, and system configurations.
 * Knowledge of JCL, utilities, batch and online processing environments.

## Description

* Manage and support Mainframe Networking Protocols: SNA, VTAM, TCP/IP.
 * Configure and maintain OSA (Open System Adapter) networking interfaces.
 * Manage z/OS network communications, connectivity, and performance optimization.
 * Lead installation, configuration, and upgrading of z/OS environments across development and production systems.
 * Design and manage z/OS architecture, Sysplex integration, and CFRM policies.
 * Handle hardware and software upgrade projects, including datacenter migration and exit planning.
 * Perform performance analysis, tuning, capacity planning, and workload management (WLM).
 * Monitor system software access, performance, and resource utilization.
 * Manage and maintain z/OS, JES3 environments and ISV software.
 * Work closely with application teams to ensure production stability and issue resolution.
 * Define and enforce security, access control, and software usage policies.
 * Implement and validate backup, recovery, and disaster recovery (DR) procedures.
 * Ensure high availability, system reliability, and environment stability.
 * Support incident/problem determination and resolution within SLA timelines.
 * Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to teams.


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