Senior Mainframe Storage and Backup Administrator

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Storage and Backup Administrator to oversee, manage, and optimize enterprise-level mainframe storage and backup environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in IBM DS8000 series storage systems, GDPS replication technologies, virtual tape (TS7700/TS7780), backup and recovery solutions, and mainframe data protection strategies. The ideal candidate will ensure stability, high availability, performance, and resilience across all storage and backup platforms supporting mission-critical business workloads.

• Mainframe Storage Administration:
  Manage and maintain IBM DS8000/DS8950F storage arrays and related components. Configure and support GDPS Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, and GDPS Hyper Swap environments. Administer TS7700/TS7780 Virtual Tape Systems including Grid and Clustering. Implement and manage Safeguarded Copy and other data protection features. Support enhanced-format datasets and DFP segment management. Perform storage provisioning, allocation, tuning, and troubleshooting for z/OS environments.
• Backup & Recovery:
  Design, implement, and maintain backup and recovery strategies for mainframe systems. Manage backup schedules, retention policies, and virtual tape environments. Conduct routine recovery validations, DR drills, and failover/failback simulations. Support business continuity initiatives and CoLO or multi-DC migrations.
• Performance & Capacity Management:
  Conduct capacity planning for disk, tape, and replication environments. Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements. Generate regular reporting on consumption, growth, and performance trends.
• Tools & Automation:
  Administer CA Disk (DMS), CA Allocate, CA View/Deliver, and CA Vantage. Automate operational tasks and reporting using REXX, JCL, or other scripting tools.
• Operational Support:
  Provide 24/7 support as part of an on-call rotation, including off-business hours and weekend production changes. Collaborate with system programmers, application teams, and disaster recovery teams.
• Documentation & Knowledge Transfer:
  Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, SOPs, and recovery guides. Mentor junior team members and assist in cross-training across the team.

• Combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or related work experience.
• Strong knowledge of IBM DS8000/DS8950F, GDPS replication solutions, and TS7700/TS7780 virtual tape systems.
• Expertise with CA storage products: CA Disk, CA Allocate, CA View/Deliver, CA Vantage.
• Deep understanding of DFSMS, VSAM RLS, SMS constructs, DFP, enhanced-format datasets, and z/OS storage architecture.
• Proven experience with backup/recovery planning and execution.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years hands-on experience in mainframe storage administration in large-scale environments.
• Experience with Active-Active mainframe architectures.
• Prior involvement in multi-data center migrations or CoLO transitions.
• Familiarity with z/OS, JES2, REXX, and automation frameworks.
• IBM or Broadcom certifications in Storage, GDPS, or Tape Technologies.

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong collaboration across teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lead knowledge-transfer efforts.
• High attention to detail and discipline in documentation.
• Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-availability environments.

• Competitive compensation
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• 401(k) match at 5%
• Work-life balance…