Mainframe Admin
Apex Systems · Chandler, AZ · 2 wk ago
AdministrativeContract
About the role
Systems engineering activities that support Mainframe (System z) Storage projects. Responsibilities include system design, build, development, implementation, maintenance, and operations. Operates under minimal supervision.Responsibilities
- Manage system design, build, development, and implementation for Mainframe Storage projects.
- Provide client support across infrastructure and software.
- Support senior personnel and project managers on technical projects.
- Aid and train junior analysts, including providing technical peer reviews.
- Analyze complex situations or data to find solutions.
- Exercise judgment within defined practices to select methods and techniques for obtaining results.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5-10 years of experience as a Mainframe Storage administrator.
Qualifications
- Experience with DASD management and replication.
- Proficiency with Hitachi Vantara DASD synchronous and asynchronous replication.
- Knowledge of IBM TAPE GRID configurations.
- Experience with Broadcom (Brocade) FICON directors and channel extension.
- In-depth knowledge of ACC/SRS, ACS, DFHSM, ICKDSF, CA1, User Catalogs, ABARS, TDMF, and DFDSS.
- Familiarity with Python.
- Strong technical documentation writing skills.
- Proficiency with SAS, VISIO, and MS Office.
- Knowledge of Assembler, CLIST, and REXX.
- Conceptual understanding of Mainframe Operations.
- Project management skills.
Skills
- Experience with DASD management and replication.
- Proficiency with Hitachi Vantara DASD synchronous and asynchronous replication.
- Knowledge of IBM TAPE GRID configurations.
- Experience with Broadcom (Brocade) FICON directors and channel extension.
- In-depth knowledge of ACC/SRS, ACS, DFHSM, ICKDSF, CA1, User Catalogs, ABARS, TDMF, and DFDSS.
- Familiarity with Python.
- Strong technical documentation writing skills.
- Proficiency with SAS, VISIO, and MS Office.
- Knowledge of Assembler, CLIST, and REXX.
- Conceptual understanding of Mainframe Operations.
- Project management skills.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans.
- ESPP (employee stock purchase program).
- 401K program with company match.
- HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan).
- SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions.
- Corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
- On-demand training program, certification prep, and access to technical and leadership courses/books/seminars.
- Certification discounts and other perks to associations like CompTIA and IIBA.
- Dedicated customer service team for benefits and other resources.
- Certified Career Coach.