Job Title: zSeries Storage Engineer
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Sector: Financial Services
Our prestigious financial services client is seeking an experienced zSeries Storage Engineer to join their infrastructure team on an initial 6-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on enterprise-level systems, supporting mission-critical environments and driving large-scale infrastructure initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and support zSeries Storage hardware and software infrastructure across enterprise environments
Perform technical project management for zSeries infrastructure deployments and evergreening projects
Design, configure, test, and implement IBM zSeries storage solutions
Automate storage infrastructure tasks to reduce manual effort
Liaise and manage vendor relationships (e.g., IBM, DELL, Broadcom)
Manage risk and cost associated with infrastructure services
Support ITIL-aligned change, incident, and problem management processes
Ensure service quality and compliance with internal security, audit, and risk requirements
Collaborate with stakeholders across business and technology teams
Required Experience & Skills:
Technical Experience:
Strong background in zSeries Storage Engineering or equivalent experience
IBM DS8K disk hardware expertise (installation, DSCLI scripting, HMC GUI)
DELL DLM virtual tape (VTE, Data Domain) support knowledge
Broadcom (Brocade) DCX hardware, FICON/FIBRE configuration, SanNav
Proficiency in IBM z/OS systems: TSO, SDSF, JCL, IDCAMS, IWS
Storage tools: DFHSM, DFDSS, ICKDSF, DFSMS (incl. OAM), TDMF, GDPS, CSM
Familiarity with software such as CA1, CA Vantage, CA Disk, T-Rex, Rocket CR+, Interchip RTD
Process & Project Management:
Agile methodologies and tooling experience
Proven record in managing infrastructure projects at enterprise scale
Understanding of embedded controls within change and incident frameworks
Personal Attributes:
Strong work ethic and ability to work under pressure
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborative mindset with stakeholder management experience
Ability to communicate technical details across various audiences
Desirable Skills (Not Mandatory):
zSeries Systems Programming familiarity
Knowledge of dark fibre and network technologies
IBM Virtual Tape (TS7700) awareness
Experience with data centre migrations
Tools & automation: GKLM, Spectrum Control, Ansible, GitHub, Jenkins
Programming: Rexx, Python, YAML
Additional Info:
Location: Remote (must be UK-based and eligible to work in the UK)
Duration: 6 months initially with potential for extension
Rate: Competitive, Inside IR35
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If you're a motivated and technically proficient zSeries Storage Engineer with the expertise to support and enhance enterprise storage infrastructure, we'd love to hear from you.
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