Infrastructure Engineer ? Mainframe Network Engineer - Intermediate

Infrastructure Engineer ? Mainframe Network Engineer - Intermediate

BCforward is currently seeking highly motivated Infrastructure Engineer - Mainframe Network Engineer - Intermediate opportunity in Plano, TX / Tampa, FL.

Our client is one of the oldest financial institutions and offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporations. Their history spans over 200 years and today are the leaders in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

Position Title: Infrastructure Engineer - Mainframe Network Engineer - Intermediate
Location: Plano, TX / Tampa, FL
Duration: 6 Months Contract
Pay Rate Range: $51/hr W2 - $55/hr W2
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer to join our Technology Infrastructure team, specializing in mainframe network engineering and advanced cryptography. This role is critical for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, high-performance mainframe network infrastructures, with a strong emphasis on integrating Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) to protect against emerging quantum threats.


Key Responsibilities
* Network Design & Implementation:
Design, install, and configure mainframe network infrastructure, including z/OS Communication Server, VTAM, and TCP/IP, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security.
* Post-Quantum Cryptography Integration:
Lead initiatives to assess, implement, and optimize quantum-safe cryptographic algorithms and protocols within mainframe products and services.
* Data Encryption & Security:
Implement and manage security features such as IPSEC, AT-TLS, and z/OS crypto hardware. Ensure robust encryption for data in transit and at rest, leveraging both traditional and post-quantum methods.
* Network Protocol Data Analytics:
Monitor, analyze, and tune network protocols (TCP/IP, APPN, IPSEC) using tools like Mainview, REXX, CLISTs, and NetMaster. Identify vulnerabilities and optimize performance, supporting the transition to quantum-resistant security.
* Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
Ensure ongoing reliability and performance of network connections by troubleshooting protocol mismatches, hardware issues, and developing high availability strategies.
* Collaboration & Integration:
Work closely with system programmers, DBAs, application teams, and security architects to ensure seamless integration of PQC and secure network operations.
* Documentation & Compliance:
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, configuration guides, and operational procedures. Support compliance with cryptographic standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST 800-53, ISO).
* Mentorship & Guidance:
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and cross-functional teams.
* Continuous Improvement:
Stay current with advancements in quantum computing, cryptography, and mainframe technologies. Proactively recommend enhancements to infrastructure and security posture.

Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred).
* 5+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, with a strong background in mainframe technologies (e.g., IBM z/OS, Comm Server, ACF2, RACF, CICS).
* Expertise in mainframe network products and protocols (z/OS, VTAM, TCP/IP, APPN, IPSEC).
* Demonstrated experience with cryptographic protocols, including Post-Quantum Cryptography and quantum-safe algorithms (lattice-based, hash-based, code-based).
* Proficiency in scripting and automation (REXX, JCL, Python).
* Experience with secure file transfer products (sFTP, Connect:Direct Secure, FTPs).
* Familiarity with network monitoring and diagnostic tools (Mainview, Omegamon, Rexx, CLISTs, NetMaster).
* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with mainframe modernization and migration projects.
* Understanding of ICSF, Network Security on the Mainframe, and zERT.
* Knowledge of regulatory frameworks impacting cryptography (NIST 800-53, ISO).
* Certifications in security or mainframe technologies (CISSP, IBM z/OS Mainframe Practitioner, Marist z/OS Certificate).



About BCforward:
BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCforward also operates numerous delivery centers across North America and India. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm in Indiana. Our uninterrupted growth has allowed BCforward to deliver uniquely configured IT staffing and project solutions for over years of catering to our customers' specific needs. BCforward currently maintains a team of over 5000 global resources. With our additional brand, Stafforward, together we have the capabilities to deliver services for a variety of industries in both public and private sectors which allows us to address your most challenging needs.
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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and willing cooperate with a background check and drug screen, to the extent permitted by federal and local laws up to, and including, both criminal and financial reviews. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this job posting shall render the applicant ineligible for the position. BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. Any subsequent offer of employment shall be considered employment at will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 247282 when responding to this ad.

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