IMS Data Communications

Job DescriptionRole Descriptions: IMS DC Roles and ResponsibilitiesProficient with the IBM Information Management System DC Knowledge of IMS Transaction Manager (IMSTM)| Explore how these facilities work together and how application programs interact with them in todays complex enterprise systemsInstallation| patching| configuring and problem determination for IMSBuilding and management of IMS in a highly available environment on the Mainframe platformsWork with and manage an IMS system Data Communications (DC)SystemsApplications ManagementTroubleshootingPerformance Tuning of IMSDocumentation of the IMS networkSpecifications for IMS system definition and execution control parametersProcedural controls for operationMonitoring and gathering production statisticsEstablishing procedures to control changes to the online system designTesting the online system after application and IMS changesGenerating the system and preparing JCL (job control language)Developing operations proceduresAnalyzing user requirements involves examining the application documentation for the IMS function required and the expected workload.Collecting online requirements concerns specifications for IMS system definition| system data set allocation| and initial JCL.Preparing the IMS network involves interaction with system and network generation activities.Establishing security procedures encompasses the design and implementation of a security strategy.Developing an operations plan produces operations control documents and provides for audit of the control of production cycles.Forming a monitoring strategy results in monitoring the system and gathering performance data.Establishing criteria for performance leads to performance analysis and tuning activities.Provide on call support for IMS DC systems Prepare documentation on day to day activities and support junior resources Proficient in MVS architecture and concepts Work with IBM and ISV vendors for trouble shooting and fixing issues Expertise in SMPE and evolving installation and migration procedures Expertise in applying RSU maintenance to the IMS Expertise in migrating to the latest version of IMSRequirementsExperience (Years): 8+ Essential Skills: • Work with project teams throughout the organization to design, implement, and manage CDN infrastructure using Akamai, to ensure high availability, performance, and scalability for customer facing applications and business processes. • Handle multiple priorities and assignments with excellence and precision. • Be a part of a 24/7/365 organization (some after hours support is expected as part of normal on-call rotation). • Directly support line of business development teams, provide guidance to them on implementation and changes for customer facing applications • Develop and maintain security protocols and measures to protect CDN infrastructure from cyber threats. • Monitor and analyze network performance, identifying and resolving issues to optimize content delivery of critical applications. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Akamai CDN solutions with existing systems and applications. • Collaborate with information security teams to implement DDoS protection strategies and other security measures in the CDN. • Provide technical support and guidance to clients and internal teams regarding CDN and security best practices. • Work closely with vendor and professional service teams on delivery related activities and strategy. Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. OR similar work experience. • Strong understanding of network protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, DNS, TCP/IP). • Proven experience as a CDN Engineer or similar role, with a strong focus on cybersecurity. • In-depth knowledge of Content Delivery Network technologies, including caching, load balancing, and content optimization. • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Strong communication and teamwork abilities. • Experience supporting 24/7/365 customer facing applications at enterprise scale. • Awareness and experience with cybersecurity tools and practices, such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and encryption. • Proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash) a plus. • Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CEH) are a plus but not required.