ben@hao.UUCP (Ben Domenico) (10/03/85)
The following position is open in the Scientific Computing Division at the National Center for Atmospheric Research. Much of the work will be on a project setting up a nation-wide network of Ethernet LANs connecting university campuses with supercomputer centers. DATA COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT PROGRAMMER III-#0439 SCD - User Services Section Exempt Range: 62, $30,679 - 46,019/year DUTIES: Provides expertise in the area of networking and computer communications, especially as related to remote networks, computers, workstations, remote job entry and terminals. Documents, operates and assists local and remote users with various types of data communications and networking equipment and software, including the above systems, modems, multiplexors, and network gateways. Documents, tests and assists users with communication protocols and networks, including X.25, TCP/IP, binary synchronous remote batch protocols, modern bit-synchronous protocols, asynchronous TTY, and others. Provides support for various networks (NCAR Local Hyperchannel Network, local and remote Ethernets, and national networks), supporting such services as file transport, remote log-in, electronic mail, and process-to-process functions in order to provide access to mainframe and supercomputers. Participates in the enhancement of system/data communication software; and in workstation and/or personal computer projects as a data communications specialist. Evaluates available data communications systems and software, making recommendations regarding development, acquisition and/or support. REQUIRES: --MS in computer science, engineering, mathematics or related physical science or the equivalent combination of education and experience --Demonstrated expertise in communications hardware and software systems --Demonstrated skill in dealing effectively with a diverse community of users of varying skills and knowledge levels in a professional and pleasant manner --Demonstrated skill in working well in either a group or independent environment --Demonstrated high level communication skills, both oral and written ALSO DESIRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED: --Working knowledge of packet switching, value added or X.25 protocols --Working knowledge of the implementation of protocols, especially TCP/IP with the Arpanet suite of protocols and other similar protocols --Working knowledge of the utilization of Ethernet, local area networking, and the interconnection of local networks --Working knowledge of networking on UNIX systems --Working knowledge of satellite communications hardware and software systems --Working knowledge of remote accessing by ASCII terminals and personal computers with terminal emulators via a value added network and/or through a mini or mainframe computer --Working knowledge of IBM 2780/3780 and HASP protocols --Working knowledge of several operating systems, to include IBM VM/SP, RSCS, VAX VMS, and UNIX Contact: Nancy Lippincott NCAR Personnel Office P.O. Box 3000 Boulder, CO 80307 303-497-8729