Mainframe Systems Engineer - zVM / zLinux (100% Remote)
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Location: Allen, TX 75002
Description:
Senior Mainframe Systems Engineer (z/VM & z/Linux Focus)
United States - 100% Remote
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Systems Engineer with deep expertise in z/VM and z/Linux to join our team. This role will focus primarily on the installation, maintenance, and optimization of IBM z/VM and z/Linux environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
While the primary focus will be on z/VM and z/Linux, our broader mainframe environment consists of z/OS, CICS, DB2, MQ, storage management, automation, and network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with IBM mainframe technologies and be capable of collaborating with teams responsible for the overall mainframe ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
Primary Focus: z/VM & z/Linux Administration
Qualifications & Experience:
Preferred Certifications:
Why Join Us?
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United States - 100% Remote
About the Role:
We are seeking a Senior Mainframe Systems Engineer with deep expertise in z/VM and z/Linux to join our team. This role will focus primarily on the installation, maintenance, and optimization of IBM z/VM and z/Linux environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security.
While the primary focus will be on z/VM and z/Linux, our broader mainframe environment consists of z/OS, CICS, DB2, MQ, storage management, automation, and network infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with IBM mainframe technologies and be capable of collaborating with teams responsible for the overall mainframe ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
Primary Focus: z/VM & z/Linux Administration
- Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM and z/Linux systems.
- Manage Linux on Z workloads, optimizing performance and scalability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve z/VM and z/Linux system issues.
- Implement security best practices and manage access controls.
- Support application deployments and middleware configurations on z/Linux.
- Mainframe System & Infrastructure Overview (Secondary Involvement)
- Work alongside teams responsible for z/OS, CICS, DB2, and MQ environments.
- Provide insight into how z/VM and z/Linux interact with broader mainframe services.
- Support storage and automation efforts where they intersect with z/VM and z/Linux.
- Contribute to capacity planning, performance tuning, and system automation.
- Technical Environment:
- Operating Systems: IBM z/VM, z/Linux, and z/OS
- Middleware & Databases: CICS, DB2, MQ (Mainframe & Distributed)
- Storage & Capacity Planning: IBM DASD, VTS, GDPS Global Metro Mirror
- Automation & Networking: IBM System Automation, Connect:Direct, IBM PAGENT, SuperSession
- Security & Protocols: RACF, TCP/IP, SMTP, FTP, SMS, Infoprint, TLS
Qualifications & Experience:
- 5-10+ years of experience in mainframe systems engineering, with a strong focus on z/VM and z/Linux.
- Proven expertise in IBM z/VM installation, customization, and maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of Linux on Z administration, performance tuning, and security.
- Experience with virtualization, workload management, and automation tools.
- Familiarity with mainframe networking, storage, and security protocols.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
Preferred Certifications:
- IBM Certified System Administrator - z/VM & z/Linux
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Linux on IBM Z certifications
- ITIL or relevant industry certifications
Why Join Us?
- Work in a specialized role focused on z/VM & z/Linux within a complex mainframe environment.
- Be part of a team managing mission-critical infrastructure in a high-performance IT organization.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.
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