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Remote Mainframe Storage Administrator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Plano TX, Remote Fulltime * Install, customize, test, implement, document, and support independent software vendor (ISV) products as required (this includes user modifications that require ...

Technical Lead Location - Salt Lake City, UT(Remote) Duration: Full Time Skill: Mainframe CICS ... Understanding of the CICS dynamic storage areas and how to manipulate for short on storage ...

Adabas mainframe

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Adabas mainframe Looking for a ADABAS DBA/ Developer/ ADABAS production support/ Mainframe Developer/ Mainframe Programmer background Location: 100% REMOTE | WEEKEND WORK Responsibilities include:

The Role As a Mainframe CICS System Administrator at Kyndryl, you'll solve complex problems and ... Storage usage * Perform tuning to eliminate bottlenecks Your future at Kyndryl There are lots of ...

... storage and SAN components. Responsibilities Administer and maintain Linux on Z, z/VM, and KVM environments running within IBM Z mainframes (z15, z16). Excellent collaboration and communication ...

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Mainframe CICS Engineer - 100% Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

... storage management, and error handling. • Proficient in mainframe technologies like COBOL, JCL, REXX, and DB2. • Familiar with mainframe file systems (e.g., VSAM) and related utilities. • ...

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How much do remote mainframe storage administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote mainframe storage administrator in the United States is $51.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.63 and $64.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Mainframe Storage Administrator vs Remote Data Storage Engineer?

AspectRemote Mainframe Storage AdministratorRemote Data Storage Engineer
CredentialsMainframe certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Specialist)Storage certifications (e.g., SNIA, CompTIA Storage+)
Work EnvironmentPrimarily mainframe environments, legacy systemsCloud and enterprise data centers, modern storage solutions
Industry UsageBanking, government, large corporations with mainframe systemsTech, finance, healthcare sectors with diverse storage needs
Search & ComparisonOften compared for storage management roles in mainframe vs modern storageCompared for data infrastructure roles in different environments

The Remote Mainframe Storage Administrator focuses on managing storage systems within mainframe environments, often requiring specialized mainframe certifications. In contrast, the Remote Data Storage Engineer handles modern storage solutions across cloud and enterprise platforms. While both roles involve data storage management, their work environments, tools, and industry applications differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Remote Mainframe Storage Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 36% Contract. Highlights an 8% In-person, and 92% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,357 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

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Mainframe z/OS Administrator
Location: Plano TX, Remote
Fulltime
  • Install, customize, test, implement, document, and support independent software vendor (ISV) products as required (this includes user modifications that require customization for release levels or related to site requirements) and work with the vendors on problems and resolution
  • Use IBM SMP/e to successfully receive and apply z/OS software and other related software on an IBM Mainframe. This includes interpreting SMP/e output messages to resolve software installation issues and requirements, use SMP/e panels to manage software installation packages, define SMP/e required parameters to successfully install and maintain OS and associated software products.
  • Experience working with z/OS, JES2, SMP/E, TSO, IOCP/HCD, Parallel Sysplex
  • The candidate will be required to provide production off hour coverage (if necessary) and support periodic weekend implementations
  • Create, populate, secure and troubleshoot IBM z/OS USS (UNIX Systems Services) file systems and mount points. Manage the USS environment on an IBM z/OS mainframe platform.
  • Create/update and debug z/OS parameters using PARMLIB
  • Plan, create and update accurate, detailed documentation for IBM z/OS mainframe platform software/hardware installation/upgrades
  • Use IBM z/OS mainframe communications products, including Virtual Telecommunications Access Method (VTAM), Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and File Transfer Protocol (FTP).