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Mainframe zVM/zVSE System Administrator

DXC Technology · Mirando City, TX · Yesterday
Information Technology$77k–$143k/yrFull-time

About the role

Maintain the zVM system procs and JCL.
Implement zVM software following the required change process.
Support for system software related issues, when on call 24x7.
Problem research and resolution of system software related issues.
Basic change management functions: ticketing, opening and closing changes, etc.
Performing Data Security audits (collecting evidence of compliance, correcting noncompliance’s found in an audit)
Application of preventative/corrective maintenance PTF's and HIPER PTF's on test and production system software libraries.
Enforcement of zVM security and audit conformance.
Performing Disaster Recovery drill exercises.
Apply license keys for product products as necessary for Production/DR and Hardware swaps.
Create I/O Configuration request on demand.
Create zLINUX LPARS.
Provide zLINUX technical support.
SME in problem resolution - z/LINUX and zVM.
Lead moderately complex projects including client driven projects and internal projects (upgrade projects, etc).

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the zVM system procs and JCL.
  • Implement zVM software following the required change process.
  • Support for system software related issues, when on call 24x7.
  • Problem research and resolution of system software related issues.
  • Basic change management functions: ticketing, opening and closing changes, etc.
  • Performing Data Security audits (collecting evidence of compliance, correcting noncompliance’s found in an audit).
  • Application of preventative/corrective maintenance PTF's and HIPER PTF's on test and production system software libraries.
  • Enforcement of zVM security and audit conformance.
  • Performing Disaster Recovery drill exercises.
  • Apply license keys for product products as necessary for Production/DR and Hardware swaps.
  • Create I/O Configuration request on demand.
  • Create zLINUX LPARS.
  • Provide zLINUX technical support.
  • SME in problem resolution - z/LINUX and zVM.
  • Lead moderately complex projects including client driven projects and internal projects (upgrade projects, etc).

Requirements

  • 7+ years’ experience with zVM system programming support.
  • Incident/Problem/Change/Software Asset Management (ITIL).
  • Demonstrated experience with Disaster Recovery.
  • Have SMPE experience.
  • Have completed packaging of software for upgrade or installs.

Qualifications

  • Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and clients.
  • Strong leadership skills for mentoring junior personnel.
  • Able to anticipate problems, resolve ambiguity, and take decisive action.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong problem-solving skills for network design, troubleshooting, and testing.
  • Professional presence and confidence in addressing complex technical challenges.
  • Willingness to travel as needed.

Skills

Strong time management and task prioritization skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and clients.
Strong leadership skills for mentoring junior personnel.
Able to anticipate problems, resolve ambiguity, and take decisive action.
Able to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong problem-solving skills for network design, troubleshooting, and testing.
Professional presence and confidence in addressing complex technical challenges.
Willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits

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.
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.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $76,700 - $142,500.

Schedule

Provide 24/7 on call support – this is part of a shared rotation with teammates.

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