IBM jobs - System Programmer-zVM

Introduction
We build phenomenal products that our customers rely on so it’s important they are running at their best. As a Systems Management Specialist, you will work with the latest software to keep moving business forward. Whether it’s our Engineering teams that need a test environment or our software running in production, we are seeking skilled systems management professionals ready for the challenge.


Your Role and Responsibilities
As System Programmer-zVM, you are responsible to provide support with high degree of Customer Happiness by meeting Service Level Agreements (SLA) and process compliance. You will perform business impact analysis and risk assessments to reduce the likelihood of significant service outage or disasters.

If you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative workplace, IBM provides an environment where you will be challenged and inspired every single day. And if you relish the freedom to bring creative, thoughtful solutions to the table, there's no limit to what you can accomplish here. 

Responsibilities:

• Planning and Installation of new z/VM and zLinux environments & z/VM cloning, backup/restore & procedures.
• z/VM installation and maintenance & z/VM customization of all OS components.
• Applying fixes/patches/upgrades to z/VM and zLinux environment
• Implement, Administer RACF for z/VM
• carry out changes requested by Customer, Apply periodic Patch/RSU Upgrades, Carry out periodic system healthcheck, improve day to day operational procedures, respond to customer queries/issues.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• 5+ Years of progressive expertise in managing z/OS System administration Activities.
• Z/VM trouble shooting, and strong problem analysis techniques.
• Hands on experience with guests setup z/VM. & z/VM and zLinux operations, REXX, zLinux setup running without z/VM.
• Expertise on mainframe TCP/IP, VTAM, Hipersockets, and OSA devices, Software setup for I/O devices (DASD, tape, tape library, VTS) ,z/VM security and setup & IBM System z hardware, IOCP, I/O devices.
• Experience in running RHEL, SuSE zLinux on a mainframe
• Proficient in installation, maintain, and support on system Z under Z/VM
• Ability to use administrative tools to install application packages for Z/Linux
• Validated exposure to configure TCP/IP to support Z/Linux on a mainframe Proven expertise in day to day z/OS System administration and Production Support.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• z/VM and z/Linux skills are preferred but not necessary.
• You love collaborative environments that use agile methodologies to encourage creative design thinking and find innovative ways to develop with cutting edge technologies
• Ambitious individual who can work under their own direction towards agreed targets/goals and with creative approach to work
• Intuitive individual to manage change and proven time management
• Proven interpersonal skills while contributing to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Up-to-date technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications

About Business Unit
At Global Technology Services (GTS), we help our clients envision the future by offering end-to-end IT and technology support services, supported by an unmatched global delivery network.  It's a unique blend of bold new ideas and client-first thinking. If you can restlessly reinvent yourself and solve problems in new ways, work on both technology and business projects, and ask, 'What else is possible?' GTS is the place for you!