Mainframe Resiliency Admin

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 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 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 A minimum of 2 years experience is necessary in Mainframe Resiliency knowledge of z OS System including OS internals JES2 JES3 IPL and SMP E Skills in Parallel Sysplex Management for configuring and maintaining clustering for high availability Understanding of Disaster Recovery Planning Familiarity with Automation Tools like IBM System Automation and REXX scripting Understanding of Storage Management and related technologies like DASD HSM DFSMS DFSMSdss DFSMShsm FlashCopy Capability in Security Management utilising RACF ACF2 or Top Secret for secure operations Understanding of Network Resiliency including VTAM TCP IP stack failover and OSA interfaces Skills in Monitoring Performance Tuning using OMEGAMON RMF SMF and similar tools Clustering HA Parallel Sysplex Coupling Facility GDPS Monitoring IBM OMEGAMON SysView MainView Backup Recovery DFSMS DFSMShsm FlashCopy Tape Libraries Security RACF Top Secret ACF2 zSecure Automation System Automation for z OS NetView REXX Regular participation in HA DR testing failure simulations Conducting periodic resiliency assessments of hardware software and processes Security Resilience Advanced knowledge of RACF Top Secret or ACF2 for access control Enforcing multi-factor authentication encryption at rest and in transit and privileged access monitoring Enhancing resilience against cyber threats including ransomware and insider risks Utilizing z OS Encryption Readiness Technology for optimised encryption workloads System Redundancy Fault Tolerance Expertise in redundant hardware components CPUs memory power supplies channels etc Managing Parallel Sysplex clusters for shared workload and data Implementing GDPS for automated disaster recovery across locations High Availability HA Removing single points of failure Utilising Sysplex Timer STP for clock synchronisation Employing Coupling Facilities CF for shared data among systems Enabling data sharing across DB2 instances within a Parallel Sysplex Using XCF for inter-system messaging and coordination Disaster Recovery DR Planning and achieving effective Recovery Time Objective RTO and Recovery Point Objective RPO Applying tools such as GDPS PPRC GDPS GM GDPS XRC for various types of replications Managing tape-based and virtual tape backups Integrating with z OS DFSMSdss DFSMSrmm DFSMShsm 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