Lead Mainframe zCapacity System Administrator

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As a Lead, Mainframe zCapacity System Administrator at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world.

There’s never a typical day as a Lead, Mainframe zCapacity System Administrator at Kyndryl, because no two projects are alike. You’ll be managing systems data and capacity adjustments and reporting for our clients. You’ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients.

One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career.

Your future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Benefits for you.

• Pension plan - Defined contribution plan (innskuddspensjon).

• Employer-paid group life insurance.

• 27 vacation days per year.

• Parental pay: Kyndryl pays full salary depending on the length, earned benefit and current regulation when the leave occurs.

• Kyndryl Care Volunteer Day Off.

• Subsidized canteen.

• Coffee, tea and fresh fruits in the office in Oslo.

• Kyndryl’s office is located in the heart of Oslo City Center, housed in a modern building. It is conveniently close to bus, metro, tram, and train stops. The office building offers bike parking, a cloakroom with showers, and a gym that is free for all employees to use

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

We are looking for a skilled Lead Mainframe zCapacity Systems Administrator with 5 years or more of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain solution for collection, consolidation and aggregation of SMF records.
• Establish WLM policies for new LPARs and maintain old ones.
• Allocate CPU and memory resources within LPAR.
• Monitor Resource usage and trends for zOS, LPARs and subsystems.
• Maintain System Usage Reports.
• Maintain MXG and SAS code and manage reporting jobs.
• Maintain Hardware capacity adjustments according to customer requirements and global performance.
• Assist with performance issues.
• Keep Capacity planning and reporting related documentation up-to-date.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Ideally 5 years or more of experience in Capacity planning, administration and reporting.
• Programming skills and experience (SAS, web).
• z/OS design, z/OS performance features, software consolidation projects.
• Experience of z/OS monitors.
• Knowledge and experience of TWSC and WLM.
• Simple LPAR management (HCD parameters).
• Self-initiated software maintenance and error fixing.
• Ability to learn new features and deduct problems in customer value chain.
• Proficient in English (must have).

Nice to have:

• Experience of Examine, ITBI Services Portal or other capable tool for Capacity reporting.
• ITIL process knowledge.

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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