Mainframe Network Engineer

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Position:Mainframe Network Engineer

Location: Candidates must be on site 3 days /week in the Phoenix, AZ metro area. Other approved locations are Chandler, AZ, / Plano, TX / Charlotte, NC / / Jersey City, NJ

Type:      Contract (W2 Only)

The Mainframe Network Engineer is responsible for the design, configuration, implementation, and support of network connectivity for IBM mainframe environments. This role ensures reliable, secure, and high-performing communication between mainframe systems, distributed platforms, external partners, and enterprise applications. The engineer will work on key technologies such as TCP/IP, VTAM, SNA, Enterprise Extender, TN3270, FTP, and network security controls, supporting critical production workloads in large enterprise environments.

Responsibilities:

Mainframe Network Administration:

• Install, configure, and maintain z/OS Communications Server components.
• Support and manage TCP/IP configuration on z/OS systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot VTAM definitions and network resources.
• Configure and support Enterprise Extender (EE) and SNA connectivity where applicable.
• Maintain TN3270 access and session-related connectivity for end users and applications.

 Network Connectivity & Support:

• Ensure stable communication between mainframe systems and:
• Distributed servers
• External vendors/partners
• Internal enterprise applications
• Middleware platforms
• Diagnose and resolve connectivity issues involving:
• IP routing
• Port communication
• Session failures
• DNS resolution
• Firewall-related blocks
• Support file transfer protocols such as FTP, SFTP, and other secure data exchange solutions.

 Security & Compliance:

• Work closely with network security teams to enforce secure communication protocols.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security controls and audit requirements.
• Support SSL/TLS certificate implementation and secure transmission standards.
• Assist with firewall rule validation, port usage reviews, and vulnerability remediation.

 Disaster Recovery & Resiliency:

• Support network design and recovery procedures for Disaster Recovery (DR) environments.
• Validate communication paths for failover systems and backup data centers.
• Participate in DR tests and business continuity exercises.