Systems Administration ( Mainframe Storage )

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities. The Role knowledge and experience of managing the data stored on disk and tape for mainframe systems, design, implement and support. The products that for deployment, implementation and migration are such as DFSMS-DSS, DFSMS-HSM, DFSMS-DFP, DFSMS-RMM, GDPS, TDMF, SRS, IDCAMS, and the IBM data utilities. Also provide support for data backup and recovery for disaster recovery and high availability. The Expertise You Have and The Skills You Bring Experience in mainframe technical support and at least 8-12 years in zOS mainframe support for the operating system in a system programming role. Basic technology and infrastructures: Storage systems, Tools, and their interfaces with z/OS, Data structures, databases, files, and I/O Business and IT functional knowledge, collaboration, and relationship management IT Strategy formulation, IT/Storage trends and new technologies Change management, Incident management, Problem management, Vendor relationship and partnership Advanced IBM zOS Mainframe Storage skills required. zOS replication solutions: GDPS, Global Mirror, XRC, Global Copy, PPRC, Flash Copy, Hyperswap Advanced understanding of Storage Administrator software tools: DTS ACC/SRC, DFDSS, DFHSM, FDR PAS, Extended Addressing Volumes, Control-M, Dino T-REX/HSM Adminisaurus/RTD (a plus) Complete understanding of VSAM Record Level Sharing (RLS) capabilities and applications Proficiency in IDCAMS use access method services for system master and user catalogs. Understand the various types of VSAM structures, support for VSAM allocation and tuning. Advanced understanding of ICF Catalog structure, RLS enabled catalogs, and an ability to execute a Forward Catalog Recovery procedure in a live environment. Advanced understanding of IBM DS8K Storage platforms, IBM TS7700 family of Virtual Tape subsystems Understanding of emerging technologies such as SafeGuarded Copy, Pervasive Encryption, Remote Pair Flash Copy Possess expert problem-solving and debugging skills, and support incident triage (critical) Having experience in DS8000 / FS9000 storage migration Who You Are You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Technical and Professional Expertise Experience in mainframe technical support and the operating system in a system programming role. Basic technology and infrastructures: Storage systems, Tools, and their interfaces with z/OS, Data structures, databases, files, and I/O Business and IT functional knowledge, collaboration, and relationship management IT Strategy formulation, IT/Storage trends and new technologies Change management, Incident management, Problem management, Vendor relationship and partnership Advanced IBM zOS Mainframe Storage skills required. zOS replication solutions: GDPS, Global Mirror, XRC, Global Copy, PPRC, Flash Copy, Hyperswap Advanced understanding of Storage Administrator software tools: DTS ACC/SRC, DFDSS, DFHSM, FDR PAS, Extended Addressing Volumes, Control-M, Dino T-REX/HSM Adminisaurus/RTD (a plus) Complete understanding of VSAM Record Level Sharing (RLS) capabilities and applications Proficiency in IDCAMS use access method services for system master and user catalogs. Understand the various types of VSAM structures, support for VSAM allocation and tuning. Advanced understanding of ICF Catalog structure, RLS enabled catalogs, and an ability to execute a Forward Catalog Recovery procedure in a live environment. Advanced understanding of IBM DS8K Storage platforms, IBM TS7700 family of Virtual Tape subsystems Understanding of emerging technologies such as SafeGuarded Copy, Pervasive Encryption, Remote Pair Flash Copy Possess expert problem-solving and debugging skills, and support incident triage (critical) Having experience in DS8000 / FS9000 storage migration Being You Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way. What You Can Expect With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. 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