Description

You will administer and configure Mainframe DASD storage availability, SMS constructs, and ACS routines for multiple customers and LPARs.

This role is remote.

Responsibilities

• Administer and configure Mainframe DASD storage availability, SMS constructs, and ACS routines.
• Manage storage pools, perform problem diagnostics, and execute data and volume recovery.
• Own daily, weekly, and monthly backup jobs, ensuring 24x7 support across time zones.
• Monitor and enhance storage, backups, and data replication for Sysplexes using DFSMS and DFHSM.
• Execute disaster recovery plans in coordination with DR services and technical teams.

Required Skills

• 5+ years experience with z/OS, z/VM, SMP/E, JES/EJES, and JCL.
• Strong knowledge of DFSMS Management, Capacity Management, VTAM, and TSO/ISPF.
• Experience with IBM TS7700 series and EMC VMAX hardware and replication software.
• Ability to perform SMF or RMF research and analyze catalog reorgs.
• Proficient in using ISPF commands to manipulate data files and configure management classes.
• Understanding of JES3 and experience with SAS.
• Experience supporting 24x7 operations across multiple time zones.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of prior relevant mainframe storage experience.

Key Skills

Education

Master’s degree