Senior Data Center Analyst

at  Ensono

POSITION SUMMARY

A Data Center Operations Analyst is responsible for system monitoring, production batch monitoring, workload throughput as well as batch and system task abend recovery for internal and external client MVS / ZOS / VM/VSE environments.

• 12 hour “quad” (3 on 3 off/4 on 4 off) shifts (Nights and/or Days).
• 16 week rotation from front half to back half of week.
• Weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) and Holidays required as per Shift Schedule.
• Occasional travel (approx 10%) as required to client site for knowledge acquisition of new business.

Position reports to Manager, Mainframe Operations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years experience in IT
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal Communication skills
• Ability to represent Ensono in a professional manner to clients
• High School Diploma

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with a modern ticketing system
Why Ensono?

Ensono is a place we unleash Associates to Do Great Things – for our clients and for your career. This could mean achieving a professional goal, collaborating with your team on an innovative idea, learning a new skill, reaching a wellness milestone, or engaging in your community through volunteer programs. Whatever it means to you, we want Ensono to be the place where you can do great things.

• We value flexibility and work-life balance. Positions that are not required to be onsite to support a client may offer the ability to work remotely or hybrid at an Ensono office location.
• Unlimited Paid Day Off (PDO) Plan
• Two robust health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
• Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers
• Wellness program
• Flexible work schedule

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
Pay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCP’s pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCP’s website.
If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email USTalentAcquisition@esnono.com.

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS FOR THIS ROLE

• Monitor multiple mainframe LPARs for exceptions or failures.
• Escalate issues to the appropriate resource
• Monitor mainframe batch schedules for critical paths, abends, or special requests. Escalate issues to the appropriate resource
• Perform IPLs as requested
• Assist with DR activities when needed
• Properly escalate all events or incidents that may impact our ability to meet agreed service levels.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or designated by Operations management.

WHAT THE IDEAL CANDIDATE BRINGS TO THIS ROLE

Required Qualifications help to assure new Associates are set up for success in their role with Ensono. To be considered for this career opportunity, it is important that you meet all Required Qualifications. Candidates that may meet some, but not all, Other Qualifications are still encouraged to apply.

A Data Center Operations Analyst is responsible for system monitoring, production batch monitoring, workload throughput as well as batch and system task abend recovery for internal and external client MVS / ZOS / VM/VSE environments.

• 12 hour “quad” (3 on 3 off/4 on 4 off) shifts (Nights and/or Days).
• 16 week rotation from front half to back half of week.
• Weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday) and Holidays required as per Shift Schedule.
• Occasional travel (approx 10%) as required to client site for knowledge acquisition of new business

Ensono is a place we unleash Associates to Do Great Things – for our clients and for your career. This could mean achieving a professional goal, collaborating with your team on an innovative idea, learning a new skill, reaching a wellness milestone, or engaging in your community through volunteer programs. Whatever it means to you, we want Ensono to be the place where you can do great things.

• We value flexibility and work-life balance. Positions that are not required to be onsite to support a client may offer the ability to work remotely or hybrid at an Ensono office location.
• Unlimited Paid Day Off (PDO) Plan
• Two robust health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts
• Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers
• Wellness program
• Flexible work schedul