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Infra Configuration Consultant (Mainframe Capacity and Performance Analyst)
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What they do
A Configuration Analyst or Specialist provides specialized technical assistance in software configuration management, a process to track and control changes in software. May work for a company software configuration management team and assist with all aspects of software configuration management, including software product and application reviews and analysis of system requirements. May work with software users to troubleshoot and resolve software configuration problems.
$126,449 / year median in Colorado
-2% projected decline
Job Description
- Cleveland (44135) AZ
- Phoenix PA
- Pittsburgh CO
- Denver (80005) AL
- Birmingham TX
- Dallas Full time R229080
- Position Overview
- At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve.
STEM OPT
for this position. The Mainframe Capacity and Performance Analyst is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and optimizing mainframe system performance, capacity, and resource utilization across the enterprise environment. This role supports operational stability and strategic planning by producing performance reporting, identifying trends, recommending improvements, and partnering with infrastructure, engineering, and operations teams to maintain efficient and reliable mainframe services. The position also includes mainframe hardware support activities, including coordination of maintenance, code currency, and device implementation with internal teams and external vendors. Key Responsibilities- Analyze mainframe capacity, utilization, and performance trends using RMF, SMF, CA-MICS, MXG, SAS, Mainview, Systemware, and related reporting tools.
- Produce and maintain daily, weekly, monthly, and ad hoc performance and capacity reports to support operational decision-making and long-range planning.
- Interpret system data to identify bottlenecks, performance issues, and optimization opportunities involving CPU, memory, disk I/O, workload management, and coupling facility activity.
- Support workload analysis and tuning across z/OS environments, including WLM service classes, initiators, application environments, and job flow behavior.
- Review and maintain knowledge of LPAR configurations, processor capacity, memory constraints, channel configurations, and overall system architecture.
- Provide mainframe hardware support by coordinating with vendors and internal teams on microcode installation, hardware fixes, new device implementation, and maintaining current code levels on hardware management consoles.
- Assist with incident, problem, and change management activities through established IT service management processes, including ServiceNow and enterprise change procedures.
- Support software and configuration changes through established controls and deployment processes, including Endevor procedures and change governance standards.
- Use diagnostic and monitoring tools such as Strobe, Syslog, OPSLOG, SDSF, and TSO/E utilities to investigate system behavior, troubleshoot issues, and support root cause analysis.
- Collaborate with infrastructure, engineering, operations, and project teams to support service reliability, capacity planning, and mainframe modernization or expansion initiatives.
- Maintain familiarity with enterprise standards, reporting repositories, project tracking tools, and technical documentation sources required for the role. Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Experience supporting IBM mainframe environments, including z/OS operations, performance analysis, or capacity planning.
- Working knowledge of mainframe performance and accounting data sources such as RMF, SMF, CA-MICS, or MXG.
- Experience using SAS or similar analytical tools to manipulate data, create reports, and perform trend analysis.
- Understanding of z/OS architecture, workload management concepts, and core system utilities including SDSF and TSO/E.
- Knowledge of incident, problem, and change management disciplines in an enterprise technology environment.
- Experience supporting or coordinating mainframe hardware activities, including maintenance, vendor engagement, or device-related changes.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Mainview, Systemware, Strobe, and related mainframe monitoring or performance tools.
- Knowledge of coupling facility structures, XCF reporting, LPAR configuration management, and channel architecture.
- Experience with ServiceNow, Endevor, JIRA, or similar enterprise workflow and change management platforms.
- Familiarity with mainframe reporting frameworks, automation, and operational documentation practices.
- Exposure to IBM z Systems hardware support, hardware management consoles, and vendor maintenance coordination. Core Competencies
- Capacity planning and performance analysis
- Mainframe systems knowledge
- Hardware support coordination
- Data analysis and reporting
- Operational troubleshooting
- Change and incident management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Technical documentation PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in
STEM OPT
for this position. PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals. PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate inSTEM OPT
for this position.- Job Description
- + Manages the requirements for planning, organizing, and implementing enterprise-wide technology infrastructure and configuration management functions.
- Customer Focused
- Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions. +
- Managing Risk
- Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
- Qualifications
- Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
- Preferred Skills
- Information Security, IT Architecture, Network Administration, Network Support, Software Testing, System Administration, Team Collaboration, Team Player, Teamwork and Cooperation
- Competencies
- Configuration Management, ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), IT Quality Assurance, Performance Measurement and Tuning, Software Change Request Management, Software Product Installation and Support, System and Technology Integration, Systems Software Infrastructure
- Work Experience
- Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.
- Education
- Bachelors
- Certifications
- No Required Certification(s)
- Licenses
- No Required License(s)
- Pay Transparency
Base Salary:
$75,000.00- $150,000.00 Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.
- Application Window
- Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 07/23/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.
- Benefits
- PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future.
- Disability Accommodations Statement
- If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.
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