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Familiarity software including AIX, Tivoli Systems Automation (TSA), GPFS, NFS, and HTTP. EMC Storage Resource Management, VIPR. PowerPath, PowerPath migrator, VMWare ESXi,, Site recovery Manager and ...

Testing Manager

Rancho Cordova, CA

$120K - $145K/yr

... Storage Devices (DASD) and Adaptable Database System (ADABAS). Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating systems and components including Job Control Language (JCL) and Tivoli Usage and Accounting Manager ...

Testing Manager

Rancho Cordova, CA · On-site

$118K - $143K/yr

... Storage Devices (DASD) and Adaptable Database System (ADABAS). Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating systems and components including Job Control Language (JCL) and Tivoli Usage and Accounting Manager ...

Testing Manager

Rancho Cordova, CA · On-site

$120K - $145K/yr

... Storage Devices (DASD) and Adaptable Database System (ADABAS). Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating systems and components including Job Control Language (JCL) and Tivoli Usage and Accounting Manager ...

Testing Manager

Rancho Cordova, CA

$118K - $143K/yr

... Storage Devices (DASD) and Adaptable Database System (ADABAS). Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating systems and components including Job Control Language (JCL) and Tivoli Usage and Accounting Manager ...

Contractor Project Manager

Rancho Cordova, CA · On-site

$106K - $126K/yr

... Storage Devices (DASD) and Adaptable Database System (ADABAS). Knowledge of IBM mainframe operating systems and components including Job Control Language (JCL) and Tivoli Usage and Accounting Manager ...

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What are some common challenges faced by Tivoli Storage Manager administrators in managing backup and recovery processes?

Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) administrators often encounter challenges such as managing data growth, optimizing backup windows, and ensuring the reliability of restores. Balancing the performance of backup operations with minimal impact on production systems can be demanding, especially in large or complex environments. Additionally, TSM admins must stay updated with evolving best practices and regularly test recovery procedures to guarantee data integrity and compliance with organizational requirements. Collaboration with system, database, and network teams is essential to address issues promptly and maintain seamless backup and recovery operations.

What is the difference between Tivoli Storage Manager vs Backup Administrator?

AspectTivoli Storage ManagerBackup Administrator
CertificationsIBM Certified Specialist, Tivoli certificationsCompTIA Server+, vendor-specific backup certifications
Work EnvironmentData centers, enterprise IT environmentsIT departments, corporate offices
Primary FocusData backup, recovery, and storage managementExecuting backup jobs, restoring data, managing backup software

While Tivoli Storage Manager is a comprehensive data management platform used to automate and optimize backup and recovery processes, a Backup Administrator is a professional responsible for executing and managing backup operations within such systems. The TSM software requires technical knowledge, whereas Backup Administrators focus on operational tasks. Both roles often work together in enterprise environments to ensure data integrity and availability.

What is Tivoli Storage Manager?

Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM), now known as IBM Spectrum Protect, is an enterprise-level backup and recovery software designed to help organizations manage and protect their data. It automates the process of backing up, archiving, and restoring data across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. TSM provides scalable solutions for data protection, disaster recovery, and long-term retention, making it a popular choice for businesses with complex IT infrastructures. The software supports a wide range of platforms and storage devices, ensuring flexibility and reliability in data management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tivoli Storage Manager?

To excel as a Tivoli Storage Manager, you need expertise in data backup and recovery processes, strong knowledge of IBM Spectrum Protect (formerly Tivoli Storage Manager), and experience with enterprise storage environments. Familiarity with backup software, scripting languages (such as PowerShell or Bash), and relevant certifications like IBM Certified Deployment Professional are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and effective communication help in diagnosing issues and collaborating with IT teams. These competencies ensure reliable data protection, minimize downtime, and support business continuity in complex IT infrastructures.
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Senior Storage Administrator

UnitedHealth Group

Eden Prairie, MN • Remote

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 22 days ago


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Job description

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, and data they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come makes an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position Summary

As a Senior Storage Administrator, you will join our Enterprise Infrastructure Platforms & Services team to support, scale, and optimize Optum's high-performance compute (HPC) and zSeries platforms. You will play a critical role in managing, designing, and administering mainframe storage environments utilizing cutting-edge systems such as IBM Flash Systems, Transparent Cloud Tiering, and Safeguarded Copy. In this role, you will also utilize enterprise-approved AI tools to analyze system data, drive workflow automation, perform capacity planning, and enhance overall system efficiency to support millions of critical healthcare transactions daily.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day LinuxOne Storage administration to support the storage environment for High Performance Compute (HPC) platforms.
  • Provide day-to-day zSeries Storage administration to support the storage environment for zSeries platforms.
  • Participate in a 24/7 rotating on-call support schedule for Optum's zSeries and LinuxOne Storage environments, resolving production issues reported or identified by automated monitoring systems.
  • Perform LinuxOne and zSeries Storage capacity planning to monitor space and take proactive steps to prevent operational issues.
  • Partner with application developers and platform teams to troubleshoot complex problems impacting critical business functions.
  • Use enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate repetitive tasks, analyze data, and provide recommendations for system optimization.
  • Leverage AI productivity tools (such as Microsoft 365 Copilot) to recap meetings, synthesize notes, and draft communication.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends and the role of AI within infrastructure operations and storage engineering to drive continuous improvement.
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement changes to the mainframe storage and replication environments, collaborating closely with other infrastructure teams.
  • Configure Storage Arrays (primarily IBM Flash Systems) to maintain replication and capacity.

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear directions on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of equivalent technology experience
  • 4 years of experience working with IBM DASD technology
  • 4 years of experience working with IBM DFSMS, DFHSM, and DFDSS
  • 1 year Hands-on experience in a LinuxOne environment managing IBM Flash Systems from installation and configuration to day-to-day management and maintenance
  • 1 years of Experience working with IBM VTS technology

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with x37 abend recovery tools (e.g., IBM Tivoli Advanced Allocation Manager)
  • 4 years of experience managing and troubleshooting storage systems and all dataset types (including VSAM, sequential, PDS, and PDS/e)
  • 4 years of experience coding SMS ACS Routines
  • Experience with REXX and/or SAS coding

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $91,700 to $163,700 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants. 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

   

   

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