Sme - Zvm Storage Administrator

Who We Are At Kyndryl we design build manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day So why work at Kyndryl We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable inclusive world for our employees our customers and our communities The Role As a System Administrator at Kyndryl you ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services You ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization working with some of our biggest clients - which means some of the biggest in the world There s never a typical day as a System Administrator at Kyndryl because no two projects are alike You ll be managing systems data for clients and providing day-to-day solutions and security compliance You ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries from banking to retail Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector you can find your opportunity here You ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options identifying new business opportunities and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders Does the work get challenging at times Yes But you ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills which will come in handy as you move forward in your career Key Responsibilities Monitor and manage storage utilization across the virtualized infrastructure to ensure storage resources are allocated efficiently Provision and manage both internal and external storage for virtualized systems ensuring high availability and redundancy Continuously monitor the performance of storage resources within the zVM environment identifying bottlenecks and areas for improvement Use monitoring tools to track I O performance disk latency and storage throughput to ensure that virtualized systems are operating efficiently Manage access control and permissions for storage resources ensuring that only authorized users can perform storage operations such as provisioning deleting or modifying virtual disks Your future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career from Junior System Administrator to Architect We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won t find anywhere else including hands-on experience learning opportunities and the chance to certify in all four major platforms One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries from banking to retail Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector you can find your opportunity here Who You Are Who You Are You re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it However equally as important - you have a growth mindset keen to drive your own personal and professional development You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work And finally you re open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others Required Technical and Professional Expertise 8 years of experience in z VM storage administration Set up storage virtualization environments ensuring proper integration with zVM and other components such as z OS zLinux Configure virtual disks storage pools and virtual machine VM storage resources within the zVM environment Allocate storage resources virtual disks storage pools to virtual machines VMs and applications running in the zVM environment Create and manage snapshots clones and other storage management tasks in virtualized environments Configure and manage security policies related to storage access and data protection within the zVM environment Troubleshoot storage-related issues such as disk failures performance degradation or VM storage access problems Experience in z VM disk management minidisk allocation and Shared File Systems SFS Expertise in storage performance tuning I O optimization and capacity planning Proficiency in backup recovery and disaster recovery planning Experience with z VM commands REXX scripting and automation tools Knowledge of IBM DS8000 FICON SAN and Tape Storage solutions Preferred Technical and Professional Experience Coordinate with other teams e g system administrators network teams to resolve storage issues that may affect the overall virtual environment Ensure that storage environments are designed with high availability in mind implementing redundancy and failover strategies to prevent data loss Implement and manage replication solutions for disaster recovery ensuring that storage data is consistently backed up and synchronized across systems Test high availability and disaster recovery procedures to ensure they work as expected during incidents Provide necessary reports for auditing purposes tracking access to storage resources usage trends and data retention policies Implement automation tools and scripts to streamline storage management tasks such as provisioning monitoring and backup operations Manage relationships with storage vendors ensuring that all storage hardware and software are up to date and supported Coordinate with vendors for hardware replacements upgrades and support when necessary Being You Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from it s how we think and who we are We welcome people of all cultures backgrounds and experiences But we re not doing it single-handily Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work individually and collectively and support the activation of our equitable culture That s the Kyndryl Way Being You Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from it s how we think and who we are We welcome people of all cultures backgrounds and experiences But we re not doing it single-handily Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work individually and collectively and support the activation of our equitable culture That s the Kyndryl Way What You Can Expect With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients every day is an opportunity to innovate build new capabilities new relationships new processes and new value Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications including Microsoft Google Amazon Skillsoft and many more Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform you can donate start fundraisers volunteer and search over 2 million non-profit organizations At Kyndryl we invest heavily in you we want you to succeed so that together we will all succeed Get Referred If you know someone that works at Kyndryl when asked How Did You Hear About Us during the application process select Employee Referral and enter your contact s Kyndryl email address