Mainframe Storage Architect

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 Mainframe Storage Architect 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 Infrastructure Architects are the key link between Kyndryl and our clients You re in a technical leadership role uniting and guiding stakeholders from clients governance and project executives to delivery and sometimes even the vendors who work with the client You ll be there from the start of a project understanding what s needed and figuring out the best technical solution And you ll be there at the finish delivering the right product on time and within budget As an Infrastructure Architect you ll draw upon the full breadth of your talent and experience This is a technical leadership role so we want you to bring your vision knowledge and leadership to each project To the client you re the subject matter expert - consulting early gathering inputs understanding what they need from our solution You define what Kyndryl can do to meet this solution You design the best solution for the job And finally you re the tech leader for implementation At Kyndryl we support all major cloud platforms so you ll get the chance to use everything you know - and then some You ll also become expert at knowing when and how to call on other SMEs outside your wheelhouse Thinking your way around pre-existing limitations will grow your creativity and flexibility You ll learn a lot here and if you want to work toward certifications there are plenty of opportunities The rewards for all this are many You ll get to influence create and deliver something from start to finish You will have the power to delight our clients Your future at Kyndryl This role opens the door to many career paths both vertical and horizontal and there may be opportunity to travel It s a great chance for database administrators or other techs to break into the cloud It s also a solid path to become enterprise or chief architect or a distinguished engineer Whatever you see for yourself you ll find the opportunity here 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 Skills and Experience 10 Years of Experience in Mainframe Storage Administration Storage box data migration DASD to DASD and Tape to tape and Storage replication Analyze and research options for collaborates with exiting external systems Root Cause Analysis preparation and meeting Service level agreement for submission Develop document and maintain procedures for system utilities such as backup restore performance tuning and configuration of environments as well as incremental backups as required Initialize add new DASD volumes and Add new tape volumes Perform the space management activities such as VTOC resizing Defrag Compress Reclaim Release Cleaning of datasets Manage and Define SMS rules and ACS routines along with reorganization of storage dataset RMM HSM CDS Catalog file Disaster recovery planning and performing the recovery test Tape recovery DASD Replication Tape Replication and Managing the Copy services GDPS Problem determination and resolution within expected time frame Assume personal responsibility for resolving problems in most effective way possible within SLA reaching root cause and preventing problems Lead daily Operations meetings provided there are no P1 incidents running Aid with identifying problem management trends Preferred Technical and Professional Experience Bachelor s degree in computer science or a related field SME for MF Storage administration problem determination Technical guidance to the team Experience supporting high availability infrastructure operations and implementing improving disaster recovery Evaluate and recommend changes to current and future system software requirements to meet the organization s needs Excellent troubleshooting and customer service skills Troubleshoot Infrastructure and Application issues related to Storage 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