Mainframe z/VM & Linux

Kyndryl; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning programs for certifications

Diverse environment and EEO commitment

Benefits for employees' well-being

Job summary

Kyndryl in Richmond, VA is seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z virtualization environments. This role will focus on provisioning, maintaining, and optimizing virtual machines ensuring high availability and performance.

Qualified candidates should have strong experience with IBM z/VM and Linux on IBM Z. Responsibilities also include monitoring performance, implementing security controls, and providing L2/L3 support for production environments.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with IBM z/VM and Linux on IBM Z.
• Hands-on experience with virtual machine provisioning and management.
• Knowledge of HMC operations and IPL processes.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across z/VM system issues and Linux OS.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM systems.
• Manage lifecycle of virtual machines.
• Monitor system performance and availability.
• Implement and maintain security controls.

Skills

IBM z/VM (z/VM 6.x / 7.x)

Linux on IBM Z (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu)

Virtual machine provisioning

Strong troubleshooting skills

REXX, Shell scripting, Python

Tools

Grafana

OMEGAMON

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Job description

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission‑critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. We pursue a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, customers and communities.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z virtualization environments and Linux on Z platforms. This role is responsible for provisioning, maintaining, and optimizing virtual machines and Linux systems running on z/VM, ensuring high availability, performance, and secure operations in enterprise environments.

Location Requirements

Employees must live in or around Plano, TX, Charlotte, NC, Richmond, VA, Jacksonville, FL, Pennington, NJ, Chicago, IL. The role requires onsite presence 3 days a week; relocation will be considered.

Responsibilities

z/VM Administration

• Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM systems
• Manage lifecycle of virtual machines (guests): provisioning, scaling, decommissioning
• Administer z/VM components such as DirMaint, VMSES/E, RACF for z/VM security
• Apply system maintenance: RSUs, PTFs, APARs, and service updates
• Perform system IPLs and hardware configuration updates via HMC

Linux on Z Administration

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux distributions on IBM Z: RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu
• Support deployment and management of Linux workloads on z/VM
• Ensure system stability, performance, and security compliance
• Perform patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation
• Manage file systems, storage, and network configurations

Operations & Support

• Monitor system performance and availability: CPU, memory, I/O utilization, workload performance and capacity
• Troubleshoot and resolve system issues: performance bottlenecks, VM failures, Linux system errors
• Analyze logs and system metrics to ensure operational stability
• Provide L2/L3 support for production environments

Automation & Integration

• Automate provisioning and operational tasks using REXX, Shell scripting, Python (preferred)
• Support DevOps and integration initiatives: CI/CD pipelines, container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes – optional)
• Assist application teams with deploying workloads on Linux on Z

Security & Compliance

• Implement and maintain security controls: RACF integration for z/VM, Linux OS hardening
• Ensure compliance with enterprise standards and audit requirements
• Support vulnerability management and patch remediation

Governance & Documentation

• Maintain system documentation and configuration records
• Ensure all changes follow ITIL / ServiceNow change management processes
• Support DR planning and execution for z/VM and Linux systems

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with IBM z/VM (z/VM 6.x / 7.x) and Linux on IBM Z (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu)
• Hands‑on experience with virtual machine provisioning and management, DirMaint, system maintenance (RSUs, APARs, VMSES/E)
• Knowledge of HMC operations and IPL processes, storage (DASD), and networking on z systems
• Strong troubleshooting skills across z/VM system issues and Linux OS performance and configuration

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of Sysplex, networking, and storage integration
• Experience with monitoring tools (Grafana, OMEGAMON) and automation tooling (Ansible, scripting)
• Exposure to cloud integration / hybrid environments and container workloads on Linux on Z

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, and create value. Kyndryl provides learning programs that enable you to obtain certifications across major platforms and supports your well‑being through a variety of benefits.

EEO Statement

Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.