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Mainframe z/VM & Linux

Kyndryl · Dallas, TX · 1 wk ago
HybridCustomer ServiceFull-time

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z virtualization environments and Linux on Z platforms. This role is responsible for provisioning, maintaining, and optimizing virtual machines and Linux systems running on z/VM, ensuring high availability, performance, and secure operations in enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

  • z/VM Administration:
    • Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM systems
    • Manage lifecycle of virtual machines (guests): Provisioning, Scaling, Decommissioning
    • Administer z/VM components such as: DirMaint, VMSE, E/RACF for z/VM security
    • Apply system maintenance: RSUs, PTFs, APARs, and service updates
    • Perform system IPLs and hardware configuration updates via HMC
  • Linux on Z Administration:
    • Install, configure, and maintain Linux distributions on IBM Z: RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu
    • Support deployment and management of Linux workloads on z/VM
    • Ensure system stability, performance, and security compliance
    • Perform patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation
    • Manage file systems, storage, and network configurations
  • Operations & Support:
    • Maintain system performance and availability: CPU, memory, I/O utilization
    • Workload performance and capacity
    • Troubleshoot and resolve system issues: Performance bottlenecks, VM failures, Linux system errors
    • Analyze logs and system metrics to ensure operational stability
    • Provide L2/L3 support for production environments
  • Automation & Integration:
    • Automate provisioning and operational tasks using: REXX, Shell scripting, Python (preferred)
    • Support DevOps and integration initiatives: CI/CD pipelines, container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes – optional)
    • Aid application teams with deploying workloads on Linux on Z
  • Security & Compliance:
    • Implement and maintain security controls: RACF integration for z/VMLinux OS hardening
    • Ensure compliance with enterprise standards and audit requirements
    • Support vulnerability management and patch remediation
  • Governance & Documentation:
    • Maintain system documentation and configuration records
    • Ensure all changes follow: ITIL / ServiceNow change management processes
    • Support DR planning and execution for z/VM and Linux systems

Requirements

  • Strong experience with:
    • IBM z/VM (z/VM 6.x / 7.x)
    • Linux on IBM Z (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu)
  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Virtual machine provisioning and management
    • VM directory management (DirMaint)
    • System maintenance (RSUs, APARs, VMSES/E)
  • Knowledge of:
    • HMC operations and IPL processes
    • Storage (DASD) and networking on z systems
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across:
    • z/VM system issues
    • Linux OS performance and configuration
  • Preferred Experience:
    • Knowledge of Sysplex, networking, and storage integration
    • Experience with Monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, OMEGAMON) and Automation tooling (Ansible, scripting)
    • Exposure to Cloud integration / hybrid environments and Container workloads on Linux on Z

    Qualifications

    • Required Qualifications:
      • Strong experience with:
        • IBM z/VM (z/VM 6.x / 7.x)
        • Linux on IBM Z (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu)
      • Hands-on experience with:
        • Virtual machine provisioning and management
        • VM directory management (DirMaint)
        • System maintenance (RSUs, APARs, VMSES/E)
      • Knowledge of:
        • HMC operations and IPL processes
        • Storage (DASD) and networking on z systems
      • Strong troubleshooting skills across:
        • z/VM system issues
        • Linux OS performance and configuration
      • Preferred Experience:
        • Knowledge of Sysplex, networking, and storage integration
        • Experience with Monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, OMEGAMON) and Automation tooling (Ansible, scripting)
        • Exposure to Cloud integration / hybrid environments and Container workloads on Linux on Z

      Skills

      • Strong experience with:
        • IBM z/VM (z/VM 6.x / 7.x)
        • Linux on IBM Z (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu)
      • Hands-on experience with:
        • Virtual machine provisioning and management
        • VM directory management (DirMaint)
        • System maintenance (RSUs, APARs, VMSES/E)
      • Knowledge of:
        • HMC operations and IPL processes
        • Storage (DASD) and networking on z systems
      • Strong troubleshooting skills across:
        • z/VM system issues
        • Linux OS performance and configuration
      • Preferred Experience:
        • Knowledge of Sysplex, networking, and storage integration
        • Experience with Monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, OMEGAMON) and Automation tooling (Ansible, scripting)
        • Exposure to Cloud integration / hybrid environments and Container workloads on Linux on Z

      Benefits

      At Kyndryl, we offer a range of benefits to support your well-being and career growth. These include state-of-the-art resources, Fortune 100 clients, and opportunities for innovation and professional development. Our employee learning programs provide access to certifications from leading vendors, and our company-wide volunteering and giving platform supports charitable causes and community involvement.

      Pay

      Details on pay will be provided upon interview.

      Schedule

      The role requires employees to be onsite 3 days a week. We will consider candidates who are willing to relocate to any of the following areas: Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC, Richmond, VA, Jacksonville, FL, Pennington, NJ, Chicago, IL.

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