zVM Administrator

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As a System Administrator at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world.
There’s never a typical day as a System Administrator at Kyndryl, because no two projects are alike. You’ll be managing systems data for clients and providing day-to-day solutions and security compliance. You’ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients.
One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install, test, implement, maintain, enhance, and support z/VM operating systems, subsystems, and infrastructure applications and/or associated facilities. 
• Perform problem analysis and work with IBM to resolve problems on all supported subsystems.   
• Work with Mainframe Technical Services support group to test operating system and program products to insure compatibility with vendor-supplied changes.
• Participate in vendor early ship/early support programs as needed.
• Implement new hardware and software technologies as required.  
• Develops documentation; receives and provide knowledge transfer to peers.
• Participating in project teams as subject matter expert, relating to the support of existing technologies and the selection and implementation of new technologies.
• Responsible for carrying out DR Activities for all the zVM Systems as requested or incase situation arises, and make sure that zVM systems are always ready to Failover and Failback without any issues or interruption to the Business.

Your future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Technical and Professional Experience

• 8+ Years Experience with and proficient knowledge of z/VM Hypervisor, CP, CMS, SFS, z/VM networking including VSWITCH,VTAM, TCP/IP, RSCS,and Linux on Z builds.
• Minimum seven years of systems support background, including a strong working knowledge of procedures to apply IBM software service in the z/VM environment.
• Expert knowledge of and proficiency with installation, configuration, and maintenance processes in z/VM Environment.
• Configuration of network interfaces; VSWITCH setup and interfaces to Linux on System z guests. 
• Use DirMaint and native directory management for managing CP directories.
• Support of IBM Backup and Restore Manager, Tape Manager and DFSMS products for z/VM backups.  
• Ongoing maintenance and support including review of vendor-supplied maintenance materials, e.g., IBM RSU & PUT, to ensure installation of recommended  levels of software/firmware.
• Perform problem analysis and work with IBM to resolve problems on all supported subsystems.   

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous tasks.
• Experience with RACF on z/VM
• Experience using the IBM Z HMC.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Participating in project teams as subject matter expert, relating to the support of existing technologies and the selection and implementation of new technologies.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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