Mainframe Storage Administrator
Core
End-to-end management of mainframe storage environment ensuring data integrity, availability, and performance.
Role type
Senior Mainframe Storage Administrator
Builds
Mainframe storage infrastructure (DASD, tape, virtual storage) for enterprise mission-critical systems
Domain
Mainframe IT / Storage Administration
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mainframe storage technologies (DASD, tape, virtual storage), z/OS, SMS/DFSMS, disaster recovery planning, storage replication, grid management, hardware configuration
Preferred skills
Cloud-based mainframe storage, scripting (REXX, COBOL), automation tools
Technologies
z/OS, SMS, DFSMS, DASD, Tape, IBM Grid
Responsibilities
Perform daily storage management activities (SMS routines, DASD pool monitoring, housekeeping batch jobs), manage and maintain storage devices, ensure data integrity through backups and DR planning, monitor storage performance and capacity, research and implement new storage solutions, lead disaster recovery drills, configure tape and DASD hardware, troubleshoot storage software and grid failures, lead storage restoration efforts during outages, create and maintain technical documentation
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC