Mainframe Storage Architect - Remote

Software International; Old Toronto; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mainframe Storage Architect to design, implement, and maintain storage infrastructures for mainframe systems. This role involves collaborating with system administrators and application developers to ensure that storage solutions meet performance, availability, security, and scalability requirements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in mainframe storage administration, with a strong grasp of various storage technologies and tools. Join this innovative firm to contribute to critical IT infrastructure projects and enhance your expertise in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mainframe storage administration and architecture.
• Expert knowledge of mainframe storage hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement storage solutions for mainframe systems.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of the storage infrastructure.

Skills

Mainframe Storage Administration

Performance Tuning

Troubleshooting

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Certification in Mainframe Storage

Tools

IBM DS8000

TS7700

DFSMS

SMS

HSM

RMM

FDR

VTS

DASD

REXX

CLIST

JCL

TSO

Job description

About the job Mainframe Storage Architect - Remote

Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of Fortune 100/500/1000 and other companies in Canada/US. We are currently hiring for a Mainframe Storage Consultant for our global IT infrastructure consulting client.

Rate: $100-120/hr CAD C2C

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 12 months + multiple long-term extensions

Job Description:

A mainframe storage architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the storage infrastructure of a mainframe system. A mainframe storage architect works closely with the mainframe system administrator, the mainframe application developers, and the business users to ensure that the storage solutions meet the performance, availability, security, and scalability requirements of the organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Design and implement storage solutions for mainframe systems, including disk, tape, and virtual storage devices
2. Monitor and optimize the performance, capacity, and utilization of the storage infrastructure
3. Ensure the backup, recovery, and disaster recovery of the mainframe data
4. Develop and enforce storage policies, standards, and procedures
5. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for storage-related issues
6. Research and evaluate new storage technologies and products
7. Document and maintain the storage architecture and configuration

Qualifications:

1. At least 5 years of experience in mainframe storage administration and architecture
2. Expert knowledge of mainframe storage hardware and software, such as IBM DS8000, TS7700, DFSMS, SMS, HSM, RMM, and FDR, VTS, DASD
3. Strong skills in mainframe storage performance tuning, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
4. Proficient in mainframe storage scripting and automation tools, such as REXX, CLIST, JCL, and TSO
5. Familiarity with mainframe operating systems, such as z/OS, z/VM, and z/VSE
6. Good communication and collaboration skills
7. Certification in mainframe storage or related fields is a plus