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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in managing IBM DS8000/DS8950F storage arrays and implementing GDPS replication solutions, with a strong focus on backup and recovery strategies for mainframe systems. Proficient in automating operational tasks and collaborating across teams to ensure high availability and effective disaster recovery.
Highest-signal resume keywords
IBM DS8000/DS8950F ManagementGDPS Replication SolutionsBackup/Recovery PlanningCA Disk AdministrationZ/OS Storage Architecture
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Hard Skills
Storage ProvisioningData Protection FeaturesPerformance AnalysisCapacity PlanningTroubleshootingAutomation with REXXDisaster Recovery DrillsEnhanced-Format DatasetsVirtual Tape SystemsMainframe Storage Administration
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingCollaborationAttention to DetailMentoringCommunication
Tools & Technologies
GDPS Metro MirrorTS7700/TS7780CA AllocateCA View/DeliverCA VantageJCLREXXDFSMSVSAM RLSSMS Constructs
Certifications & Qualifications
IBM Storage CertificationBroadcom Storage CertificationGDPS CertificationTape Technologies Certification
Industry Keywords
Mainframe Storage AdministrationDisaster RecoveryBusiness ContinuityMulti-Data Center MigrationsHigh-Availability Environments
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Manage and maintain IBM DS8000/DS8950F storage arrays and related components
- Configure and support GDPS Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, and GDPS HyperSwap environments
- Administer TS7700/TS7780 Virtual Tape Systems, including Grid and Clustering
- Implement and manage Safeguarded Copy and other data protection features
- Support enhanced-format datasets and DFP segment management
- Perform storage provisioning, allocation, tuning, and troubleshooting for z/OS environments
- Design, implement, and maintain backup and recovery strategies for mainframe systems
- Manage backup schedules, retention policies, and virtual tape environments
- Conduct recovery validations, DR drills, and failover/failback simulations
- Support business continuity initiatives and CoLO or multi-DC migrations
- Conduct capacity planning for disk, tape, and replication environments
- Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements
- Generate reporting on consumption, growth, and performance trends
- Administer CA Disk (DMS), CA Allocate, CA View/Deliver, and CA Vantage
- Automate operational tasks and reporting using REXX, JCL, or other scripting tools
- Provide 24/7 support as part of an on-call rotation
- Collaborate with system programmers, application teams, and disaster recovery teams
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and recovery guides
Requirements
What you’ll need- Combined minimum of 6 years’ higher education and/or related work experience
- Knowledge of IBM DS8000/DS8950F, GDPS replication solutions, and TS7700/TS7780 virtual tape systems
- Experience with CA Disk, CA Allocate, CA View/Deliver, and CA Vantage
- Understanding of DFSMS, VSAM RLS, SMS constructs, DFP, enhanced-format datasets, and z/OS storage architecture
- Proven experience with backup/recovery planning and execution
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
- 24/7 on-call availability, including off-business hours and weekend production changes
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
- Preferred: 7+ years hands-on experience in mainframe storage administration in large-scale environments
- Experience with Active-Active mainframe architectures
- Prior involvement in multi-data center migrations or CoLO transitions
- Familiarity with z/OS, JES2, REXX, and automation frameworks
- IBM or Broadcom certifications in Storage, GDPS, or Tape Technologies
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Strong collaboration across teams and stakeholders
- Ability to mentor junior staff and lead knowledge-transfer efforts
- High attention to detail and discipline in documentation
- Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-availability environments
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive compensation
- Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
- 401(k) match at 5%
- Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements
- 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays
- 40 hours paid volunteer hours per year