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PTR Global

Infrastructure Engineer - Advanced

Plano, TX · On-site

$65 - $75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Client is seeking a skilled and motivated GDPS Implementation Engineer to join our Mainframe ... Familiarity with IBM Z hardware management (HMC/SE, BCPii), LPAR management, and Capacity on Demand ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe z/VM & Linux

Dallas, TX · On-site

The Role We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z ... Perform system IPLs and hardware configuration updates via HMC Linux on Z Administration: * Install ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe z/VM & Linux

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

The Role We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z ... Perform system IPLs and hardware configuration updates via HMC Linux on Z Administration: * Install ...

Hidalgo County

Technician II

Edinburg, TX · On-site

$37K/yr

Works with the Repository Administrator to coordinate software and hardware inventory for the ... Good understanding and knowledge of computer systems is required with knowledge of mainframe ...

PNC Bank

Infrastructure Engineer - Db2 Support

Dallas, TX

$86K - $172K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Using z/OS, SMP/e and Mainframe JCL, System Utilities Experience with DB2 for z/os installation and ... Develops software components and hardware for projects; aligns these with business strategies and ...

Howell Instruments Inc

Engineer, Software (Embedded)

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$125K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

... mainframe devices * Work closely with hardware in a lab setting, and debug using lab equipment (e.g. spectrum analyzer, digital oscilloscope) * Perform source code management and version control ...

Region 18 Consortium

Network Analyst

Midland, TX · On-site

... mainframe, and workstation hardware and software. • Provide network documentation, training, and guidance to a computing system clients and programmers. Fort Stockton ISD Network Manager Rev. 06 ...

Howell Instruments

Engineer, Software (Embedded)

Fort Worth, TX · On-site

$126K - $165K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... mainframe devices * Work closely with hardware in a lab setting, and debug using lab equipment (e.g. spectrum analyzer, digital oscilloscope) · Perform source code management and version control ...

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AspectMainframe HardwareMainframe Software
Primary FocusPhysical components like servers, processors, storage devicesPrograms, operating systems, and applications running on mainframes
Required SkillsHardware maintenance, troubleshooting, system setupProgramming, system management, software installation
Work EnvironmentData centers, server roomsData centers, administrative offices, remote support
CertificationsHardware certifications (e.g., Cisco, CompTIA)OS certifications (e.g., z/OS, Linux)

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Infrastructure Engineer - Advanced

PTR Global

Plano, TX • On-site

$65 - $75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Job description

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Position: GDPS Implementation Engineer
Location: Plano, Texas, Tampa, FL, Jersey City, NJ or Columbus, OH (5 days onsite)
Duration: 6 to 12 months contract with high possibility of conversion
Job Overview:
  • Client is seeking a skilled and motivated GDPS Implementation Engineer to join our Mainframe Engineering team.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, deployment, configuration, and support of IBM Geographically Dispersed Parallel Sysplex (GDPS) solutions, ensuring high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity for our critical mainframe environments.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and implement GDPS solutions (Metro, Global Mirror, Metro Global Mirror, LCP, Test Copy Manager) to meet business RTO/RPO objectives.
  • Install, configure, and maintain IBM Z NetView and IBM System Automation for z/OS as part of the GDPS automation stack.
  • Configure and manage IBM DS8000 storage systems, including Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, FlashCopy, and Safeguarded Copy technologies.
  • Develop and maintain GDPS scripts for automation of planned and unplanned actions, system recovery, and site switch scenarios.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot GDPS environments using NetView panels, GDPS GUI, and Status Display Facility (SDF).
  • Participate in disaster recovery testing, failover/failback exercises, and continuous availability drills.
  • Collaborate with storage, network, and mainframe teams to ensure end-to-end resiliency and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Document configurations, procedures, and best practices for GDPS environments.
  • Provide technical support and training to operations and support teams.
Required Skills and Experience:
  • 10 plus years of experience with IBM mainframe environments, including z/OS, Parallel Sysplex, and data sharing.
  • Hands-on experience with IBM GDPS solutions (Metro, Global Mirror, MGM, or LCP).
  • Strong knowledge of IBM Z NetView and IBM System Automation for z/OS.
  • Experience with IBM DS8000 storage systems, including configuration of Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, FlashCopy, and Safeguarded Copy.
  • Familiarity with IBM Z hardware management (HMC/SE, BCPii), LPAR management, and Capacity on Demand (CBU, OOCoD).
  • Scripting skills (REXX, NetView command language, or equivalent) for automation and recovery workflows.
  • Understanding of disaster recovery concepts (RTO, RPO, consistency groups, failover/failback).
  • Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (NetView SDF, GDPS GUI, Health Checker).
  • Knowledge of cross-site connectivity technologies (FICON, FCP, channel extenders).
  • Familiarity with security and role-based access controls (RACF, ACF2).
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with GDPS MGM4SITE in Mainframe Environments.
  • Exposure to Logical Corruption Protection (LCP) and Testcopy Manager (TCM).
  • Experience with IBM TS7700 tape virtualization and replication.
  • Familiarity with GDPS RESTful APIs and integration with external automation/orchestration tools.
  • IBM or vendor certifications in mainframe, storage, or resiliency technologies.
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Note:
  • This role may require participation in on-call rotation and occasional off-hours work for DR testing or planned maintenance.

Pay Range: $65 - $75/h on W2 (No C2C or 1099)
The specific compensation for this position will be determined by several factors, including the scope, complexity, and location of the role, as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials, and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K contributions, as well as PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by applicable state or localities where you reside or work.
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