TISTA Science and Technology CorporationTC

Senior IBM Mainframe Storage z System Architect - Direct-access Storage Device (

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation is a dynamic IT solutions provider focused on serving federal, state, and local government agencies while supporting veterans through innovative services and community initiatives.

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 56k-104k USD

United States only

Overview

Are you a Senior IBM Mainframe Storage z System Architect - Direct-access Storage Device (DASD) who would like to have a positive impact for millions of people? If so, we may have an opportunity for you!

TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!

Responsibilities

  • Provide DASD and tape storage administration support for our customers.
  • Manage storage pools for multiple customers and LPARs.
  • Perform problem diagnostics and resolution.
  • Create and oversee jobs for daily, weekly, and monthly backups.
  • Perform data and volume recovery.
  • Provide support on 24 x 7 x 365 basis across multiple time zones.
  • Interact with hardware and software vendors as required.
  • Maintain documentation of issue cause, action, and resolution in the designated problem tracking system.
  • In joint co-operation with the Disaster Recovery Services and other technical teams, successfully execute tasks associated with any given customer's disaster recovery plans.
  • Aid and assist other mainframe teams as required to support them and our clients.
  • Adhere to a schedule that efficiently manages resources and allows timely implementations.
  • Follow SNOW change control procedures
  • Experience with z System architectures (z/OS/z/VM)
  • Knowledge in z/OS , z/VM, SMP/E, JES/EJES , TSO / ISPF , DFSMS Management, Capacity Management, VTAM, and JCL
  • Knowledge on hardware such as IBM TS7700 series and EMC, VMAX
  • Experience in Installation and using IBM TS7700 series and EMC, replication software.
  • Primary administrator for storage tools DFSMS, DFHSM, DFRMM
  • Analyze and configure Mainframe DASD storage availability, SMS constructs, ACS routines
  • Monitor, support, maintain, and enhance associated storage, backups, and data replication for Sysplexes
  • Analyze and determine cause of Mainframe DASD space concerns
  • Configure Mainframe DASD space capacity where required
  • Analyze and configure required SMS modifications
  • Analyze and configure required Mainframe ACS code modifications
  • Monitor DASD storage resources for performance and available space
  • Process required Mainframe SMS construct modifications online using TSO logon
  • Test all changes using the test environment prior to installation.
  • Analyze, identify and perform catalog reorg’s
  • Analyze and configure management class constructs defining retention requirements for data sets
  • Knowledge and experience with SAS.
  • Understanding of JES3.
  • Knowledge of doing SMF or RMF research.
  • Ability to perform ISPF commands to manipulate data file editing.

Qualifications

  • Experience with z System architectures (z/OS/z/VM)
  • Must have experience with DASD
  • Must have experience with storage
  • Knowledge in z/OS , z/VM, SMP/E, JES/EJES , TSO / ISPF , DFSMS Management, Capacity Management, VTAM, and JCL
  • Knowledge on hardware such as IBM TS7700 series and EMC, VMAX
  • Experience in Installation and using IBM TS7700 series and EMC, replication software.
  • Must be able to support 24 x 7 x 365 basis across multiple time zones.
  • Knowledge of MS teams
  • Knowledge and experience with SAS
  • Understanding of JES3
  • Knowledge of doing SMF or RMF research
  • Ability to perform ISPF commands to manipulate data file editing

Education:

  • Master’s degree (computer science, electronics engineering or other engineering or technical discipline) and 10 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Ten (10) years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education: (20 years total)

Clearance:

  • The ability to pass a Tier 4/HIGH Background Investigation

Location:

  • Remote, USA
  • Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST)

Pay Range:

  • The pay for this position ranges from $55,730 to $103,500
  • The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location
  • Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses
  • TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/

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Salary

Salary: 56k-104k USD

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TISTA Science and Technology Corporation is dedicated to delivering innovative IT solutions and professional services across Health, Defense, and Civilian sectors. Founded in 2005, TISTA has established itself as a service-disabled veteran-owned business, providing a wide range of services that include Application Engineering, Consulting, Cybersecurity, Data Science, and Infrastructure support. As a leading company in the field, we focus on implementing advanced technological solutions to tackle complex challenges faced by federal and state agencies.

Our mission is to ensure that our customers receive top-tier service and support. We strive for excellence by continuously improving our processes and maintaining a CMMI Level 3 rating. At TISTA, we value our employees and believe in a culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and empowerment. We are particularly proud of our TISTA Cares initiative, which reflects our commitment to giving back to the community, including programs that support veterans and their families.

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