ZipRecruiter

Log In

2

Remote Ibm Storage Engineer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Harris

(Remote) Senior Software Engineer

Tennessee, IL · Remote

$118K - $155K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer, RPG is a hands-on technical leader responsible for complex IBM i/RPG ... This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in the US. Salary: 110K - 135K What your impact will ...

Harris

(Remote) Senior Software Engineer

Tennessee, IL · Remote

$118K - $155K/yr

The Senior Software Engineer, RPG is a hands-on technical leader responsible for complex IBM i/RPG ... This remote role welcomes candidates anywhere in the US. Salary: 110K - 135K What your impact will ...

Jobs for Humanity

Platform Developers

Chicago, IL · Remote

... Mode - 100% Remote Time window for work will be the North America East coast time window (even ... At least 5-7 years of experience working with IBM's FTM platform, including both development and ...

STOW Group

Sales Engineer

Romeoville, IL · On-site +1

Romeoville, IL or remote The SALES ENGINEER is an integral person in helping our customer's vision for an automated storage solution from Movu US come to life and win their business by developing ...

Movu Robotics

Sales Engineer

Romeoville, IL · On-site +1

Romeoville, IL or remote The SALES ENGINEER is an integral person in helping our customer's vision for an automated storage solution from Movu US come to life and win their business by developing ...

STOW Group

Sales Engineer

Romeoville, IL · On-site +1

Romeoville, IL or remote The SALES ENGINEER is an integral person in helping our customer's vision for an automated storage solution from Movu US come to life and win their business by developing ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsIbm Storage Engineer JobsRemote Ibm Storage Engineer JobsRemote Ibm Storage Engineer Jobs in Illinois

Remote Ibm Storage Engineer information

What does a Remote IBM Storage Engineer do?

A Remote IBM Storage Engineer is responsible for managing, configuring, and troubleshooting IBM storage systems such as IBM SAN, NAS, and tape libraries from a remote location. They ensure data integrity, optimize storage performance, and support data backup and recovery solutions for organizations. Their tasks often include monitoring storage environments, performing firmware upgrades, resolving incidents, and assisting with storage capacity planning. Working remotely, they use remote access tools to provide timely support and collaborate with IT teams to maintain storage infrastructure reliability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote IBM Storage Engineer?

To thrive as a Remote IBM Storage Engineer, you need in-depth knowledge of IBM storage systems (such as IBM SAN, DS8000, and Storwize), storage networking, and data management, usually backed by a degree in IT or related certifications like IBM Certified Specialist. Familiarity with tools like IBM Spectrum Control, SAN management software, and scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) is typically required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and self-motivation skills are essential for diagnosing issues and collaborating remotely with teams and clients. These capabilities ensure efficient storage operations, minimize downtime, and support business continuity in distributed work environments.

What are some common challenges faced by a Remote IBM Storage Engineer, and how can they be addressed?

As a Remote IBM Storage Engineer, one common challenge is troubleshooting complex storage issues without onsite access, requiring strong diagnostic skills and familiarity with remote management tools. Additionally, effective communication with on-site teams is essential to coordinate maintenance, upgrades, and incident resolution. Staying current with IBM storage technologies and security best practices is important for proactively addressing potential issues. Collaborating closely with cross-functional IT teams and using detailed documentation helps ensure smooth operations and minimizes downtime.

What is the difference between Remote Ibm Storage Engineer vs Remote Data Storage Specialist?

AspectRemote Ibm Storage EngineerRemote Data Storage Specialist
CertificationsIBM Certified Storage Engineer, vendor-specific certificationsGeneral storage certifications, vendor-neutral
Work EnvironmentPrimarily technical roles supporting IBM storage solutionsBroader data storage roles across multiple platforms
Industry UsageIT, data centers, enterprise storageIT, cloud services, data management

The Remote Ibm Storage Engineer focuses specifically on IBM storage solutions, requiring specialized certifications and technical expertise. In contrast, the Remote Data Storage Specialist has a broader scope, working with various storage technologies across different platforms. Both roles are essential in data management but differ in specialization and vendor focus.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Remote Ibm Storage Engineer jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Remote Ibm Storage Engineer job openings:

Remote Ibm Storage Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Remote Ibm Storage Engineer job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution.

IBM Mainframe Storage and Replication Administrator (Remote)

DivIHN

Springfield, IL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

For further inquiries regarding the following opportunity, please contact our Talent Specialist, Abdul at (224) 507-1295 or Saravanakumar at (224) 507-1183 or Justeen at (224) 394-4903 or Ragu at (224) 704-1713
Title: IBM Mainframe Storage and Replication Administrator (Remote)
Location: Remote
Duration: 6 Months
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with 7.5 hours per day.
Initial 2 days onsite visit (Springfield, IL) is required for onboarding purposes; the rest of the engagement will be remote.
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Job Description
Position Summary
• Client is seeking an experienced Mainframe Storage and DASD Replication Administrator to manage and maintain the agency's mission critical IBM mainframe storage infrastructure.
• This role is responsible for the installation, configuration, monitoring, and administration of the IBM TS7700 Virtual Tape System (VTS 7700) backup environment and the IBM DS8000 replication environment used for disaster recovery and failover.
• The administrator ensures stability, performance, and security of storage and backup systems supporting statewide business applications and services.
• The ideal candidate will have senior level expertise in mainframe storage administration, replication technologies, and disaster recovery operations.
• The role includes resource monitoring, system configuration, troubleshooting, and collaboration with hardware vendors.
• It requires the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a high availability, enterprise scale environment.
• Key responsibilities include configuring storage, resolving issues, providing technical direction to junior staff, and working closely with system architects and vendors.
• This position requires strong knowledge of z/OS, enterprise storage management software such as IBM Copy Services Manager, and disaster recovery best practices.
Key Responsibilities
1. System Administration
• DASD and VTS management: Monitor performance, availability, and utilization of DASD and IBM TS7700 VTS storage resources.
• Capacity planning: Analyze storage usage trends and forecast future requirements.
• Performance tuning: Diagnose and resolve performance issues related to storage subsystems.
• Backup and recovery: Manage daily data backups and safeguarded copy processes; ensure replication consistency for disaster recovery.
• Incident and problem management: Respond to major storage incidents, perform root cause analysis, and drive long term remediation.
• Vendor management: Collaborate with IBM and other vendors on installations, upgrades, migrations, and support escalations.
• Technical guidance: Provide mentorship, support, and knowledge transfer to junior team members.
• System configuration: Allocate storage space, configure storage devices, adjust cache and replication settings, and implement changes across the storage environment.
2. Disaster Recovery & High Availability
• Participate in disaster recovery (DR) testing, failover exercises, and system restoration planning.
• Develop and maintain storage recovery runbooks, procedures, and operational documentation.
3. Support & Collaboration
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to storage, replication, and performance.
• Work with internal DoIT teams and vendors for upgrades, migrations, and issue resolution.
• Provide documentation, training, and mentoring to junior staff and operations personnel.
Qualifications Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience administering mainframe storage and replication systems.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise DASD subsystems and IBM VTS technology (e.g., IBM TS7700, IBM DS8000 replication suites).
• Proven expertise with IBM Copy Services technologies, including FlashCopy, journals, Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, and multi site replication strategies.
• Demonstrated ability in system performance tuning, capacity management, and resource planning.
• Skills in JCL, REXX, CLIST, and automation tools supporting storage operations.
• Experience supporting disaster recovery procedures and high availability architecture.
Preferred:
• Experience with QuickRef, TMON, and Omegamon.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Prior experience in government or other regulated environments.

Apply