IBM Mainframe Storage Engineer

IBM Mainframe Storage Engineer

Remote/Onsite - Raliegh, NC

What are the top 3 skills required for this role?

1. IBM DS8000 Hardware Mapping and Configuration (Port, FICON, IP layout)

2. Experience with dataset encryption

3. Experience installing / administering IBM Safeguarded Copy

4. Experience installing / administering GDPS (Geographically Dispersed Parallel Sysplex)

5. Experience in the use/administration of mainframe API Integration

Job Description/ Responsibilities

As member of Mainframe Engineering Team (Mainframe Storage Team), this SME role will be responsible for enterprise level expertise regarding the following mainframe hardware / software items pertaining to the installation / configuration / administration / troubleshooting of:

• IBM DS8000 Storage Arrays

• IBM TS7700 Virtual Tape Systems

• IBM z15/16 hardware

• Mainframe System Backups and Maintenance

• IBM Copy Services Manager replication software

• IBM DR and replication technologies in a Multi-Target Metro Global Mirror configuration

• Brocade FICON (Director) and IP Replication switches

• IBM z/OS software experience with OPS/MVS.

Additionally, the candidate should have an understanding and experience with DFSMS (DFSMShsm / DFSMSdss) fundamentals, IPL/MCL Maintenance and Upgrades, JCL, REXX/Mxi programming/scripting, and GDGs/retention schedules related to dataset backups and dataset constructs.

This position is 1st Shift, Monday - Friday but will require availability after-hours and on weekends (as needed) and participate in 24/7 on-call rotation.

Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in development or application support or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

2. In- depth knowledge in information systems and ability to identify, apply, and implement best practices.

3. Understanding of key business processes and competitive strategies related to the IT function.

4. Ability to plan and manage projects.

5. Ability to solve complex problems by applying best practices.

6. Ability to provide direction and mentor less experienced teammates.

7. Ability to interpret and convey complex, difficult, or sensitive information.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.