Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer zVM

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer

A Senior IBM z / VM Systems Programmer ensures the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of information systems that support core organizational functions and clients. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all operating systems assigned. This position reports to the Manager of the z / VM, z / Linux team and is responsible for assisting in the management of the z / VM operating systems across multiple LPARS and multiple clients.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role :

• Storage management, system backup / restore, tape encryption, disaster recovery planning
• Support Incident and Change Management processes
• Provide metrics tracking operational performance and quality of services delivered
• Assist Data Center Operations to ensure SLAs are met
• Coordinate system modifications with IT and business unit managers
• Support multiple annual Disaster Recovery exercises across a diverse set of client environments
• Manage z / VM systems :
• Software
• Availability
• Network
• Capacity and performance
• Storage
• Directory and security
• Working in a collaborative multi-client Environment. Knowledge preferred of software :
• Velocity Performance Suite (zVPS, zPRO, zVRM)
• Broadcom / CA VM : Manager and composite products
• IBM Dirmaint
• IBM RACF
• Platforms : z / VM, z / VSE, Linux on IBM Z

What the Ideal Candidate Brings to this Role :

Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications :

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $85,000 to $148,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program.

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.