Vice President, Mainframe Storage Engineer

BNY; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BNY is seeking a VP, Mainframe Storage Engineer to lead storage strategy across multiple data centers. The role focuses on mainframe storage software/hardware, DFSMS/DFHSM, and capacity planning for future DASD growth.

Responsibilities include planning and provisioning DS8000 disks, setting up SKLM, configuring Ficon layouts, and ensuring reliable replication via GDPS and SAN/NAS connections, with emphasis on reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience in mainframe storage.
• Proficiency with DFSMS and DFHSM.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on Mainframe Storage software/hardware projects.
• Plan, install, and support DS8000 Disk series including provisioning and SKLM setup.
• Configure Ficon port layout and IBM Global Mirror/Metro Mirror operations.
• Maintain knowledge of TS7700 and Grid Replication.
• Use CA-Vantage, SMF, SAS, Dcollect, and SanNav to monitor storage.
• Create reports and models forecasting DASD growth.

Skills

Mainframe storage

DFSMS/DFHSM

SAS/CA-Vantage

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

SAS

CA-Vantage

GDPS

FICON

Job description

VP, Mainframe Storage Engineer

Location: Nashville, Pittsburgh, and Lake Mary.

Responsibilities

• Work with the team on Mainframe Storage software and hardware products and provide insights on Integrated Catalog Facility related projects.
• Plan, install, and provide support for DS8000 Disk series, including provisioning, SKLM setup, and functions for Data Encryption, Ficon port layout connectivity, and IBM Global Mirror/Metro Mirror.
• Maintain good knowledge of TS7700 and Grid Replication.
• Utilize IBM, CSM, and GDPS replication software, and network connectivity for DASD replication to remote sites.
• Troubleshoot and monitor Mainframe storage using CA‑Vantage, SMF records, SAS, Dcollect, and SanNav.
• Create reports and analyze data to develop capacity models for future disk and tape requirements and assess DASD growth trends.
• Configure and support Brocade Gen7 Ficon switches, SanNav, and Brocade 7840s for replication to remote sites for DASD and tape.
• Research and implement new storage products including IBM Safe Guarded Copy, Transparent Cloud Tiering, Extended Addressability Volumes, and Thin Provisioning.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field. Advanced certifications in infrastructure engineering or related disciplines preferred.
• Experience: Typically 5‑7 years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency with DFSMS and DFHSM.

Benefits and Rewards

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and a pay‑for‑performance philosophy. Employees receive flexible global resources and tools, generous paid leave, and paid volunteer time. Compensation may include a discretionary incentive award and a 401(k) plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to protecting Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, Females, Individuals with Disabilities, and Protected Veterans.