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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mainframe Vtam Engineer - **Company:** Truist Financial - **Location:** Atlanta, GA, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Information Systems, Software Debugging, Cryptographic Protocols, IBM Parallel Sysplex, IBM System/360, IBM Mainframe, IBM Systems Network Architecture, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Network Security, Mainframes, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Server Administration, TCP/IP, SSL Certificate Management, Transport Layer Security, System Availability, Information Technology, Omegamon - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/mainframe-vtam-engineer-remote-multiple-locations-atlanta-ga--9d715480-b1f6-437e-8364-802e4358b350 ## About the Role The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in development or application support or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. 2. In- depth knowledge in information systems and ability to identify, apply, and implement best practices. 3. Understanding of key business processes and competitive strategies related to the IT function. 4. Ability to plan and manage projects. 5. Ability to solve complex problems by applying best practices. 6. Ability to provide direction and mentor less experienced teammates. 7. Ability to interpret and convey complex, difficult, or sensitive information. Preferred Qualifications: 1. VTAM/Network, IBM Mainframe 2. VTAM / SNA (EE Configurations) / TCP/IP Experience 3. Encryption and certificate management 4. Familiarity with network security protocols (IPSec, AT-TLS, SSH) and network monitoring (Omegamon, NetMaster, Traces) 5. Experience with logical connectivity between applications and mainframe subsystems 6. Knowledge of Coupling facility support, High Availability and Automation 7. Familiarity with parallel sysplex (GDPS), IBM System utilities 8. Bachelor's degree and six years of experience or work experience equivalent. 9. Banking or financial services experience 10. Rotation of on-call support and occasional weekend work., Lifting Up to 25 lbs. Visual / Audio / Speaking Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone. Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers., Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Automation, Best Practices, Business Processes, Compensation and Benefits, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Copying Machines, Cryptography, Debugging Skills, Digital Certificates, Disability Insurance, English Language, Fax Machines, High Availability, IBM Sysplex, IBM Systems, IBM VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), IPsec (IP Security), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Keyboards, Life Insurance, Mainframe Computer, Manual Dexterity, Mentoring, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Network Security, Office Equipment, People Management, Printers, Problem Solving Skills, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Replication and Remote Mirroring, Root Cause Analysis, SSH (Secure Shell), SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Security Protocols, Software Administration, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vision Plan ## Description Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. 1. Performs problem tracking, diagnosis and root-cause analysis, replication, troubleshooting, and resolution for complex issues. In this capacity, performs programming and debugging activities. 2. Responds to issues in a timely manner by receiving and investigating incidents or service tickets. 3. Analyzes and observes trends with technical issues and develops recommendations for long- term improvements. 4. Documents all relevant end-user interactions and steps taken to resolve incidents. 5. Has occasional contact with end-users. 6. Communicates status of issue resolution to internal customers. 7. May engage and manage outside vendors. 8. Applies in-depth knowledge of application support and an understanding of best practices. 9. Typically leads moderately complex projects and participates in larger, more complex initiatives. 10. Solves complex technical and operational problems. 11. Acts as a resource for teammates with less experience. 12. 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