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PTR Global · Chandler, Arizona
Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer
Open for W2 arrangements only
Chandler, AZ; Plano, TX; Charlotte, NC; and Jersey City, NJ from Day 1 (Client prefer local folks)
Hybrid Schedule: 3 Onsite Days (Tue, Wed, Thur) & 2 Remote Days (Mon, Fri)
Duration: 6+ months, extendable
It is with Banking client with Implementation partner
Mode of Interview: 2 Rounds mostly In person
The Role:
Client is 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.
Responsibilities:
z/VM Administration:
Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM systems
Perform system IPLs and hardware configuration updates via HMC
Manage lifecycle of virtual machines (guests):
Provisioning
Scaling
Decommissioning
Administer z/VM components such as:
DirMaint
VMSES/E
RACF for z/VM security
Apply system maintenance:
RSUs, PTFs, APARs, and service updates
Linux on Z Administration:
Support deployment and management of Linux workloads on z/VM
Ensure system stability, performance, and security compliance
Perform patching, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation
Manage file systems, storage, and network configurations
Install, configure, and maintain Linux distributions on
RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu
Operations & Support:
Analyze logs and system metrics to ensure operational stability
Provide L2/L3 support for production environments
Monitor system performance and availability:
CPU, memory, I/O utilization
Workload performance and capacity
Troubleshoot and resolve system issues:
Performance bottlenecks
VM failures
Linux system errors
Automation & Integration
Assist application teams with deploying workloads on Linux on Z
Automate provisioning and operational tasks using:
REXX, Shell scripting, Python (preferred)
Support DevOps and integration initiatives:
CI/CD pipelines
Container platforms (Docker, Kubernetes – optional)
Security & Compliance
Ensure compliance with enterprise standards and audit requirements
Support vulnerability management and patch remediation
Implement and maintain security controls:
RACF integration for z/VM
Linux OS hardening
Governance & Documentation
Maintain system documentation and configuration records
Ensure all changes follow:
ITIL / ServiceNow change management processes
Support DR planning and execution for z/VM and Linux systems
Required Qualifications:
Strong 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 management
VM directory management (DirMaint)
System maintenance (RSUs, APARs, VMSES/E)
Knowledge of:
HMC operations and IPL processes
Storage (DASD) and networking on z systems
Strong troubleshooting skills across:
z/VM system issues
Linux OS performance and configuration
Preferred
Knowledge of Sysplex, networking, and storage integration
Experience 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
Pay Range: $65/hr - $70/hr
The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, and vision as well as 401K contributions.
Details
| Company | PTR Global |
| Location | Chandler, Arizona |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Computer and Mathematical Occupations |