z/OS Mainframe Storage Administrator

Post Date

Jun 02, 2025

Location

Toronto,
Ontario

ZIP/Postal Code

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Canada
Aug 05, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

TOR-785967

Pay Rate

$46 - $57 (hourly estimate)

Who Can Apply

  • Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a skilled Mainframe Storage Administrator to join a dynamic team. We are seeking a dedicated professional with a strong background in managing and optimizing IBM DS8000 SAN Storage systems. The ideal candidate will have a passion for ensuring high performance and reliability in storage environments, and will be adept at analyzing and optimizing storage performance using a variety of tools. This role requires a proactive individual who can create and implement automation policies, diagnose and resolve storage-related issues, and perform hardware and software upgrades with minimal disruption. Additionally, you will be responsible for documenting storage configurations, operational procedures, and incident reports, and will work closely with z/OS engineering teams, DBAs, and application teams to support and address storage needs. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where innovation, excellence, and teamwork are valued, we encourage you to apply.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

5 years + experience managing enterprise z/OS DS8950F SAN Storage subsystems with DATA@REST Encryption enabled in z/OS environment.
Good working knowledge of IBM Copy Services Manager setup / configuration
Good working knowledge of IBM Data Replication technologies such as : Metro - Global Mirror - Flashcopy
Good working knowledge of NetView / SA390 to manage GDPS inter-site data replication
Working knowledge of VSAM, GDG, tape management concepts
Familiarity of JCL, ISPF, TSO/E, and REXX / CLIST skills an asset
Knowledge of mainframe utilities : IEBGENER, IDCAMS , IEHLIST
Working knowledge of GDPS Replication / HyperSwap concepts for disaster recovery
Good working knowledge configuring Inter-Site Data Replication processes.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Previous experience in a banking environment

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.