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Mainframe Networking Jobs in Phoenix, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Working knowledge of SQL, JIRA, SMP/E, RACF, TCP/IP, Network certificates, Splunk * Working knowledge of other Mainframe Subsystems (CICS, IMS, MQ) Being You Diversity is a whole lot more than what ...

Mainframe DB2 Replication Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$113K - $136K/yr

Network interruptions * Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions * Provide L2 ... Mainframe batch and online environments Preferred Experience: * Familiarity with: * MQ / messaging ...

Mainframe DB2 Replication Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

Network interruptions * Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions * Provide L2 ... Mainframe batch and online environments Preferred Experience: * Familiarity with: * MQ / messaging ...

Senior Systems Operations Engineer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$100K - $137K/yr

The Mainframe Operations team monitors all Mainframe Operating systems, network connections, daily mainframe batch processing providing 24/7/365 on-site support. Responsible for batch processing and ...

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Network Technician I

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$23.25 - $30/hr

Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe. * Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure. * Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays. * Assist in ...

Network Technician I

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$22.50 - $29/hr

Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe. * Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure. * Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays. * Assist in ...

Network Technician I

Phoenix, AZ

$23.25 - $30/hr

Testing installed cables using a Fluke Versiv Mainframe. * Decommissioning obsolete networking cabling infrastructure. * Working with elevated and underfloor cabling trays. * Assist in ...

The Role We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z ... Manage file systems, storage, and network configurations Operations & Support: * Monitor system ...

The Information Security Engineer is responsible for reviewing and providing oversight for network and mainframe security hardware and software to ensure the protection of DOR's information assets ...

Perform mainframe applications ATM testing on EFT network, Debit Card processing, EFT processing system and data communications. Knowledge of Network messaging structure and PULSE ISO 8583 message ...

Experience defining and maintaining complex server, storage, and network configurations using Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD). Familiarity with enterprise evaluation of mainframe products and ...

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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe networking in Phoenix, AZ is $53.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.78 and $60.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mainframe Networking vs Mainframe Systems Programmer?

AspectMainframe NetworkingMainframe Systems Programmer
Primary FocusDesign, implement, and maintain network connectivity for mainframe environmentsInstall, configure, and maintain mainframe operating systems and system software
CertificationsNetworking certifications (e.g., Cisco, IBM TCP/IP)IBM mainframe certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Systems Programmer)
Work EnvironmentData centers, network operation centersMainframe data centers, enterprise IT departments
Common UsageEnsuring reliable network communication for mainframe applicationsManaging mainframe OS and system software for stability and performance

While both roles work within mainframe environments, Mainframe Networking focuses on network connectivity and communication, whereas Mainframe Systems Programmers handle system software and OS management. Understanding these distinctions helps clarify career paths and job expectations in mainframe IT.

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Infographic showing various Mainframe Networking job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $110,239 per year, or $53 per hour.

Senior Mainframe z/VM & Linux Systems Engineer

Delan Associates, Inc

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Experience: 10+

Contract: Long Term

Only GC, USC

Key Responsibilities

Install, configure, administer, and maintain IBM z/VM environments.

Provision and manage Linux on IBM Z (s390x) virtual servers.

Perform system upgrades, migrations, patching, and capacity planning.

Monitor system performance and optimize resource utilization.

Support high-availability and disaster recovery solutions.

Configure and maintain virtual networking, storage, and security components.

Troubleshoot operating system, virtualization, and infrastructure issues.

Implement automation for provisioning, monitoring, and system administration tasks.

Collaborate with application, database, storage, and network teams.

Develop and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.

Participate in on-call support and production incident resolution.

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience supporting IBM Mainframe environments.

Strong hands-on experience with:

oz/VM

oLinux on IBM Z (RHEL, SUSE, or Ubuntu for s390x)

oIBM Z hardware platforms

oVirtual machine provisioning and administration

Experience with:

oDIRMAINT

oRACF or equivalent security administration

oTCP/IP networking

oShared File System (SFS)

oCMS

oCP commands and system management

Strong Linux administration skills:

oUser management

oStorage management

oSystem tuning

oShell scripting

oPerformance troubleshooting

Experience supporting virtualized enterprise workloads.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with:

oIBM z16, z15, z14, or z13 platforms

oLinuxONE environments

oIBM Wave for z/VM

oOpenShift on IBM Z

oKubernetes

oDocker / Podman containers

oAnsible automation

oGit and DevOps tools

Familiarity with:

oDb2

oWebSphere

oMQ

oCICS integration

oHybrid cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, OCI)

Experience with security and compliance frameworks in financial services environments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Desired Soft Skills

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.

Experience supporting large-scale banking, insurance, or government environments is highly preferred.

Nice to Have

IBM Certified z/VM System Programmer

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)

SUSE Certified Administrator

Experience with Mainframe Modernization and Linux workload migration initiatives.