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Sonsoft Inc

Mainframe Performance Expert

Berlin, CT

$48.50 - $62.50/hr

Expert in Mainframe Storage, DFSMS and Tape Devices * Expertise in WLM , RMF/SMF . * Expertise in SAS/MXG , Omegamon , CA MICS and any other Performance Tools. * Expertise in WLM , RMF/SMF

Ensono

Senior Systems Programmer - Storage

In this role you will be joining a team of technical Mainframe Disaster Recovery professionals ... systems programmer with at least 10 years of experience supporting the z/OS Mainframe Storage ...

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As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance mainframe storage engineer in the United States is $53.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Mainframe Storage Engineer vs Freelance Data Storage Specialist?

AspectFreelance Mainframe Storage EngineerFreelance Data Storage Specialist
CredentialsMainframe certifications, technical degreesData management, storage certifications
Work EnvironmentMainframe data centers, enterprise ITData centers, cloud environments, enterprise IT
Industry UsageFinancial, government, large corporationsTech, healthcare, finance, cloud providers
Search/Comparison IntentSpecialized mainframe storage rolesBroader data storage and management roles

The main difference is that Freelance Mainframe Storage Engineers focus on maintaining and optimizing storage on mainframe systems used by large enterprises, requiring specific mainframe certifications. Freelance Data Storage Specialists handle a wider range of storage solutions, including cloud and networked storage, with a broader skill set. Both roles serve enterprise clients but differ in technical focus and environment.

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Infrastructure Engineering Advisor - Mainframe z/OS Storage Administrator

Infrastructure Engineering Advisor - Mainframe z/OS Storage Administrator

Cigna

Bloomfield, CT • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Cigna Healthcare rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 232 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 880 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Infrastructure Engineering Senior Advisor - Mainframe Senior Storage Administrator
The Mainframe z/OS Storage Administrator Advisor is a hands-on, client-facing role responsible for supporting and enforcing policies, procedures, and best practices within the mainframe storage environment, including IBM DS8000 and TS7700 platforms.
This position requires performing configuration changes through ServiceNow during scheduled change windows, including occasional off-hours or night work.
Responsibilities
  • Support and maintain mainframe z/OS storage environments
  • Perform storage configuration changes through ServiceNow change management processes
  • Manage storage allocation, monitoring, utilization, and backup/recovery activities
  • Support and enhance disaster recovery strategies and processes
  • Administer and support DFSMS, DFHSM, DFDSS, DFSMSrmm, FDR, and GDPS environments
  • Support IBM DS8000 and TS7700 storage systems
  • Utilize and support JCL and ISPF utilities
  • Support DB2 SLB (HSM Fast Replication backup) processes
  • Leverage storage tools including IBM Tivoli Advanced Allocation Manager, IBM Advanced Catalog Management, and DFSMS Advanced Allocation Manager
  • Monitor storage environments using tools such as CA Vantage or IBM Omegamon XE
  • Participate in on-call rotations and off-hours change windows

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years of experience in mainframe z/OS storage administration
  • Strong experience with IBM DS8000 and TS7700 storage environments
  • Hands-on expertise with DFSMS, DFHSM, FDR, GDPS (Metro/Global Mirror, HyperSwap)
  • Experience with storage allocation, monitoring, Flash Copy, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery
  • Proficiency with JCL and ISPF utilities
  • Experience with change management processes (e.g., ServiceNow)
  • Ability to support on-call rotations and off-hours change windows
  • Self-starter with strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.
For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 123,500 - 205,800 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
At The Cigna Group, you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.
About The Cigna Group
Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email seeyourself@thecignagroup.com for assistance. Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes.
The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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