Software Engineer

Lumen Solutions Group Inc

Austin, TX

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Access Control, Customer Service Software, Data Administration, Data Collection, Data Entry, Data Processing, Desktop Administration, Desktop Virtualization, Digital Certificates, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Diversity, Emulators, FTP (File Transfer Protocol), Help Desk, IBM Job Entry Subsystem, IBM Rexx Programming Language, IBM TSO/ISPF, IBM VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), IBM z-OS Operating System, IBM z-OS Unix Operating System, IP Multimedia System (IMS), Independent Software Vendor (ISV), Informatica, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), JCL (Job Control Language), Laptop PC, Mainframe Computer, Microsoft Exchange Server Administration, Network Administration/Management, Network Operations Center, Network Software, Operating Systems, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Production Control, Production Support, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Schedule Development, Secure/SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP), Security Auditing, Security Compliance, Security Monitoring, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Software Administration, Software Development, Software Engineering, Symmetric MultiProcessing (SMP) Computing, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol), Technical Support, Terminal Emulator, Testing, Top Secret Clearance, Unix Operating Systems
LOCATION
Austin, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Railroad Commission of Texas and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Railroad Commission of Texas will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s). Serve as a subject-matter expert in Mainframe Top Secret Security Administration to maintain data security and regulatory compliance. Work involves highly advanced (senior-level) systems administration in support of agency mainframe applications and supporting infrastructure; and coordinate day-to-day system administration functions such as mainframe configuration, break/fix system support, and base user account creation/support. Work requires strong and proven hands-on experience in Mainframe Top Secret Security Administration and z/OS Administration. Work also requires expertise in certificate renewals and access control within mainframe environments as well as a strong understanding of security compliance, audit practices, and risk mitigation. Routine system administration functions to include security administration support, performance monitoring, security monitoring, and system maintenance. Work includes supporting data entry and control work processes, overseeing and coordinating mainframe operations in the States Consolidated Data Center Services (DCS), and working with the Network Administration, Customer Support and Applications Development & Support teams to provide support necessary for day-to-day mainframe operations. Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration for Change Data Capture processing using mainframe data sources and targets (i.e., IMS and VSAM) a plus. The Worker will apply their expert knowledge and experience as a Mainframe Top Secret Security Administrator to support both the needs of the Legacy Systems as well as those for the Mainframe Transformation Team. WORKER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Serve as a subject-matter expert in Mainframe Top Secret Security Administration to maintain data security and regulatory compliance. Provide primary support as the subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and system components; provide direct technical support as needed in the planning, implementation and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS operating system, network, and component software. Provide end user support for assigned Independent Software Vendor (ISV) products such as BlueZone. Diagnose platform, software and related product issues and follow up with root cause analysis. Assist with maintaining and providing technical support for Mainframe Production Control and Support Jobs and monthly Mainframe Job Scheduler. II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Hands-On Experience with TSS (Top Secret Security) 5 Required Hands-On Experience with z/OS Administration 5 Required Experience with JES2, z/OS Unix System Services (OMVS), Storage Management Subsystem (SMS) 3+ Required Experience with TLS configuration (certificates, SSL RSA Keys, SFTP, FTPS) 2 Preferred Experience with REXX 3 Preferred Experience with performance monitoring to include initial analysis of performance issues 3+ Preferred Experience with Informatica Power Exchange Administration 3+ Preferred Working knowledge for each of the following: z/OS Operation z/OS Networking VTAM (Virtual Telecommunications Access Method), TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) z/OS-centric automated job scheduling and management software (JOBTRAC) Terminal Emulator Software (BLUEZONE) VTAM Session Manager Software (VTAM/SWITCH) SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended) RMF (Resource Measurement Facility) SMF (System Management Facility) WLM (Workload Management) JCL (Job Control Language) GRS (Global Resource Serialization) VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method) TSO (Time Sharing Option) ***Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. The contractor must have their own equipment. Access to a virtual desktop set up (software) will be provided by Lumens client, allowing the user access to the required systems and technology.*** Lumen Solutions Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

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