Mainframe Storage (DASD and Tape) Engineer
About the role
Perform daily Storage management activities relating to SMS routines, DASD pool monitoring, housekeeping batch jobs, and on-call support.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot basic space issues; perform migrate and archive functions.
- Implement routine storage type changes relating to client requests to add or move volumes.
- Troubleshoot JCL errors and resolve them.
- Create and maintain core system backups.
- Log in and monitor IBM TS7700 grids.
- Understand the incident, change, and problem processes and execute those processes.
- Implement new storage solutions.
- Perform and lead DR drills and provide direction to other drill team members.
- Create and manage SMS spools.
- Configure tape and DASD hardware devices from the device level.
- Peer review all storage changes that the team executes.
- Administer storage software.
- Set up and troubleshoot storage replication (tape and DASD).
- Troubleshoot IBM grid failures with an in-depth understanding of how to monitor and manage it across multiple clusters in multiple locations.
- Lead storage restoration efforts during outages.
- Provide on-call 7x24 rotation.
Skills
- GDPS knowledge.
Pay
Compensation at DXC is influenced by an array of factors, including but not limited to the experience, job-related knowledge, skills, competencies, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $76,700 - $142,500.
Benefits
Full-time hires are eligible to participate in the DXC benefit program. DXC offers a comprehensive, flexible, and competitive benefits program which includes, but is not limited to, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage; employee wellness; life and disability insurance; a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, paid time off.
Work model
At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.