Mainframe Storage Administrator

Job Description

3 - 5 Years 1 Opening Chennai Role description Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Storage System Engineer responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of mainframe storage subsystems. This role ensures high availability, reliability, and performance of the storage infrastructure to meet organizational data management needs. Key Responsibilities: Install, configure, and maintain mainframe storage subsystems (DASD, VTS, SAN). Plan and provision storage capacity to optimize utilization and support growth. Administer and automate storage tasks using tools such as DFSMS, HSM, DFSORT . Monitor storage performance, identify bottlenecks, and tune systems for efficiency. Implement and manage disaster recovery and data replication solutions. Collaborate with systems, database, and application teams on storage-related initiatives. Develop and maintain documentation, procedures, and storage standards. Provide technical support and resolve storage-related issues effectively. Stay updated on emerging storage technologies and share knowledge with the team. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science , Information Technology , or related field. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in mainframe storage engineering. Strong expertise in storage tools like DFSMS, DFSMSdss, DFSMSrmm . Knowledge of DASD, VTS, SAN/NAS , and storage virtualization. Familiar with FICON, Fibre Channel, SCSI protocols. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications: IBM Certified Specialist - Storage Technical V2 or similar certification. Experience with z/VM , z/Linux , or other mainframe virtualization technologies. Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices related to storage automation. Skills Mainframe,Technology,Storage About UST UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.