Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer
We're seeking for an Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer for our direct client. Please review the below job Description and revert with your interest for the same.Job DetailsRole: Mainframe z/VM & Linux EngineerLocation : Phoenix, AZ metro area; hybrid working model (3 days week)Start date : ASAPContract to hireOverviewThe Role:We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z virtualization environments and Linux on Z platforms. This role is responsible for provisioning, maintaining, and optimizing virtual machines and Linux systems running on z/VM, ensuring high availability, performance, and secure operations in enterprise environments.Responsibilitiesz/VM Administration:Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM systemsManage lifecycle of virtual machines (guests):ProvisioningScalingDecommissioningAdminister z/VM components such as:DirMaintVMSES/ERACF for z/VM securityApply System MaintenanceRSUs, PTFs, APARs, and service updatesPerform system IPLs and hardware configuration updates via HMCLinux On Z AdministrationInstall, configure, and maintain Linux distributions on IBM Z:RHEL, SUSE, UbuntuSupport deployment and management of Linux workloads on z/VMEnsure system stability, performance, and security compliancePerform patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediationManage file systems, storage, and network configurationsOperations & SupportMonitor system performance and availability:CPU, memory, I/O utilizationWorkload performance and capacityTroubleshoot And Resolve System IssuesPerformance bottlenecksVM failuresLinux system errorsAnalyze logs and system metrics to ensure operational stabilityProvide L2/L3 support for production environmentsAutomation & IntegrationAutomate provisioning and operational tasks using:REXX, Shell scripting, Python (preferred)Support DevOps And Integration InitiativesCI/CD pipelinesContainer platforms (Docker, Kubernetes optional)Assist application teams with deploying workloads on Linux on ZSecurity & ComplianceImplement and maintain security controls:RACF integration for z/VMLinux OS hardeningEnsure compliance with enterprise standards and audit requirementsSupport vulnerability management and patch remediationGovernance & DocumentationMaintain system documentation and configuration recordsEnsure all changes follow:ITIL / ServiceNow change management processesSupport DR planning and execution for z/VM and Linux systemsRequired QualificationsStrong experience with:IBM z/VM (z/VM 6.x / 7.x)Linux on IBM Z (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu)Hands-on experience with:Virtual machine provisioning and managementVM directory management (DirMaint)System maintenance (RSUs, APARs, VMSES/E)Knowledge OfHMC operations and IPL processesStorage (DASD) and networking on z systemsStrong Troubleshooting Skills Acrossz/VM system issuesLinux OS performance and configurationPreferred ExperienceKnowledge of Sysplex, networking, and storage integrationExperience with Monitoring tools (e.g., Grafana, OMEGAMON) and Automation tooling (Ansible, scripting)Exposure to Cloud integration / hybrid environments and Container workloads on Linux on Z