[Hiring] Senior Mainframe Storage and Backup Administrator @M&T Bank

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mainframe Storage and Backup Administrator to oversee, manage, and optimize enterprise-level mainframe storage and backup environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in:

• IBM DS8000 series storage systems
• GDPS replication technologies
• Virtual tape (TS7700/TS7780)
• Backup and recovery solutions
• Mainframe data protection strategies

The ideal candidate will ensure stability, high availability, performance, and resilience across all storage and backup platforms supporting mission‑critical business workloads.

Qualifications

• Combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or related work experience
• Strong knowledge of IBM DS8000/DS8950F, GDPS replication solutions, and TS7700/TS7780 virtual tape systems
• Expertise with CA storage products: CA Disk, CA Allocate, CA View/Deliver, CA Vantage
• Deep understanding of DFSMS, VSAM RLS, SMS constructs, DFP, enhanced-format datasets, and z/OS storage architecture
• Proven experience with backup/recovery planning and execution
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure

Requirements

• Manage and maintain IBM DS8000/DS8950F storage arrays and related components
• Configure and support GDPS Metro Mirror, Global Mirror, and GDPS HyperSwap environments
• Administer TS7700/TS7780 Virtual Tape Systems including Grid and Clustering
• Implement and manage Safeguarded Copy and other data protection features
• Support enhanced-format datasets and DFP segment management
• Perform storage provisioning, allocation, tuning, and troubleshooting for z/OS environments
• Design, implement, and maintain backup and recovery strategies for mainframe systems
• Manage backup schedules, retention policies, and virtual tape environments
• Conduct routine recovery validations, DR drills, and failover/failback simulations
• Support business continuity initiatives and CoLO or multi‑DC migrations
• Conduct capacity planning for disk, tape, and replication environments
• Analyze performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement improvements
• Generate regular reporting on consumption, growth, and performance trends
• Administer CA Disk (DMS), CA Allocate, CA View/Deliver, and CA Vantage
• Automate operational tasks and reporting using REXX, JCL, or other scripting tools
• Provide 24/7 support as part of an on‑call rotation, including off‑business hours and weekend production changes
• Collaborate with system programmers, application teams, and disaster recovery teams
• Develop and maintain detailed technical documentation, SOPs, and recovery guides
• Mentor junior team members and assist in cross‑training across the team

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, welfare, and retirement benefits
• 401(k) match at 5%
• Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements
• Banking Officers start with 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays
• 40 hours paid volunteer hours per year
• Much more. For details, see: M&T Benefits Overview