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The RoleYour RoleThe Mainframe Storage Support Specialist will provide expert-level support for enterprise mainframe storage environments, ensuring high availability, stability, and performance of mission-critical services. The role involves administration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and implementation of storage solutions across complex z/OS environments.
What you will doProvide day-to-day support for IBM mainframe storage infrastructure and associated technologies.
Manage and maintain DASD storage subsystems, storage allocation, and performance optimization.
Support
IBM DFSMS
components, including
SMS, ACS
routines, HSM, DFP, DSS, and RMM.Administer and support storage hardware and software platforms such as IBM DS8K, FlashSystem, and related storage technologies.
Perform incident management, root cause analysis, and problem resolution for storage-related issues.
Participate in change management activities, including implementation planning, risk assessment, testing, and execution.
Monitor storage utilization, analyze trends, and perform capacity management activities to ensure future growth requirements are met.
SupportYour future at KyndrylEvery position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscale's that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You AreYou'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 Expertise5+ years of experience supporting IBM Mainframe Storage environments, with strong knowledge of IBM z/OS operating systems and storage architecture.
Hands-on experience with the DFSMS suite (SMS, DFHSM/HSM, DFDSS, ICKDSF, RMM, IDCAMS, ISMF).Hands-on experience supporting
IBM DS8000
storage platforms.
Practical experience managing backup, recovery, replication, and disaster recovery processes.
Preferred Technical and Professional ExperienceDeep understanding of DASD management, storage provisioning, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
Familiarity with storage monitoring/reporting tools and incident, problem, and change management processes.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to support critical systems under tight operational and SLA requirements.
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering (or equivalent experience) and strong English communication skills.