Mainframe Storage Technology Analyst

Companion-Data-Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site cafeterias

Fitness centers

Education Assistance

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Companion Data Services is seeking an IT infrastructure professional to manage hardware/software lifecycles and coordinate with vendors to keep migrations and upgrades on track. This on-site role emphasizes collaboration across IT operations, architecture, and management teams.

The position requires strong research, vendor interaction, and attention to detail, with a focus on delivering reliable, scalable infrastructure in a multi-location environment. On-site work in Columbia, SC preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in a related field or equivalent experience as described.
• 6+ years of job-related experience with required techs.
• Experience supporting mainframe hardware, software, and storage.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and roadmap infrastructure lifecycles for hardware/software.
• Engage vendors and stakeholders to align technology with goals.
• Develop and enforce best practices, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate with IT teams to ensure smooth operation and updates.

Skills

IT product knowledge

Vendor communication

Research and analysis

Attention to detail

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a job-related field

Associates degree + 2 years experience

8 years total related work experience

Tools

IBM z/OS Mainframe

DFSMS

SMS ACS routines

DASD Storage

Job description

SummaryCompanion Data Services provides leading IT solutions and managed services. We operate multiple geographically disperse data centers, including two of the nation’s largest healthcare data centers – both rated among the top five percent of data centers worldwide by MIPS.With three U.S. locations and decades of experience in government, commercial and education markets, our innovative solutions and reliable services allow clients to focus on core business and improve outcomes.Our data centers host applications process billions of transactions, supporting state, federal and commercial business.DescriptionPosition Purpose :Maintain a portfolio of one or more hardware and/or software technologies, products, and/or processes including standards of use, life cycles, and/or product evaluation and integration. Develop and maintain an in-depth pool of technical advice and expertise to provide information and guidance of the infrastructure assigned.Location:This position is full time and fully onsite in Columbia, South Carolina (strongly preferred), State College, PA, or Dallas, TX. This position operates within a typical Office IT Environment.This position is not eligible for sponsorship now or in the future.What You’ll Do :Perform technical interviews and analysis with vendors and/or stake holders to develop and track the road map/life cycle of infrastructure for hardware, software, products, and/or processes. May schedule regular meetings, conference calls, or on-site visits with vendors and/or stake holders to keep abreast of current technology(s), products, and/or processes. May review with vendor and/or stake holders, known upcoming activities associated with their specific technology(s), product(s), and/or processes. Research and stay abreast of all information that may impact the lifecycle of any supported technology, product, and/or process.Facilitate the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of best practices, policies, standards, and desktop procedures to be used by the operational units to guide the use of each technology solution or product.Establish and maintain effective working relationships and open communication with vendors, operations, architecture, and/or management staff.To Qualify for This Position, You’ll Need the Following :Required Education:Bachelor's in a job-related fieldDegree Equivalency:Associates degree plus an extra 2 years of job-related work experience for a total of 6 years of required work experience (see "required work experience")OR8 total years required work experience.Required Work Experience:4 Years specific knowledge of the technology(s), product(s), and/or processes to be supported.1 Year directly supporting the technology(s), product(s), and/or processes. (may be concurrent)Required Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of a variety of information technology products and solutions.Excellent research, customer service, verbal and written communication, and presentation skills.Strong attention to detail. Good judgment.Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the IT organization.Reviewed Software and Other Tools:Standard office equipment. Microsoft Office Suite.Software and tools will vary based on the technologies, products, and/or processes supported.We Prefer That You Have The Following :IBM z/OS Mainframe experience.Hands on Storage Administration.Experience with HSM, DASD Storage, and/or DFSMS.Coding SMS ACS routines.ISMF to translate, validate, and activate ACS routine, define and maintain SMS constructs.HSM configuration and administration.Monitor SMS storage group utilization.RMM configuration and administration.Creating storage management utilization reports.Initialization and configuration of DASD devices.DFSMSdss full volume and logical dataset dump and restore.Working knowledge of Dino Software T-REX and UDM software products.Working knowledge of Luminex Mainframe Virtual Tape (MVT), storage pools, LSCRUP process, and Luminex GUI.IBM TDMF for z/OS.Working knowledge of DELL EMC PowerMax and SRDF replication.Exploitation of zEDC.Our comprehensive benefits package includes the following:We offer our employees great benefits and rewards. You will be eligible to participate in the benefits the first of the month following 28 days of employment.Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage401k retirement savings plan with company matchLife InsurancePaid Time Off (PTO)On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locationsEducation AssistanceService RecognitionNational discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and moreWhat We Can Do for You:We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have the opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.What to Expect Next:After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementBlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call 800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Some states have required notifications.