z/VM Operating Systems Support Lead

Plano, Texas;Chicago, Illinois; Richmond, Virginia

Job Description:

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Position Summary:

At Bank of America, technology is at the heart of everything we do. Our Mainframe environment is one of the world’s largest and is core to Bank of America’s technology hosting strategy. In addition to being the foundation to the bank’s most critical technology systems, the Mainframe team promotes an environment of innovation and automation, continuously evolving the platform with cutting-edge technology. We have a global footprint to continuously invest in mainframe solutions for our customers and clients, the core of what we do. Joining the mainframe team will provide you an opportunity to make an impact at one of the largest global financial institutions.

The position provides technical support for IBM z/VM operating system. Participates in design, development and implementation of systems engineering activities. Responsible for components of complex engineering and/or analytical tasks and activities. Serves as a seasoned/proficient technical resource; provides tech knowledge and capabilities as a team member and individual contributor.

Required Qualifications:

​Subject matter expert with z/VM operating system support including:

• General z/VM configuration including network (TCP/IP and FTP)

• General z/VM problem determination and corrective actions

• Familiar with IBM Service Request (IBM Link)

• Ordering and Installing maintenance/RSU (Shop Z and VM/SES).

• Operating system version upgrades.

• Coding and maintaining custom systems utilities and exits (REXX and CMS Pipes).

• Building z/VM guest systems (z/OS and Linux)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience installing program products from CA, Broadcom, etc.

• Performance and Tuning (Velocity Tools)

• Familiarity with VM:Secure

• Experience building and supporting Linux on Z virtual servers

• Technical writing and process mapping

• Assembler programming

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

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