Core Responsibilities
Storage Resource Management
Monitor and manage DASD (Direct Access Storage Devices) and tape settings.
Allocate, format, and configure storage volumes using tools like DFSMS, ISMF, IDCAMS.
Maintain SMS (System Managed Storage) configurations and policies.
Performance Monitoring & Optimization
Track storage utilization and pool thresholds.
Perform performance tuning for storage subsystems.
Analyze storage usage trends and forecast capacity needs.
Backup & Recovery
Implement and manage backup and restore processes using utilities like DFSMShsm, DFSMSrmm, FDR/ABR.
Support disaster recovery planning and execution, including replication and failover strategies.
System Upgrades & Maintenance
Support z/OS and storage management product upgrades and customization.
Apply patches and configuration changes to maintain system integrity.
Troubleshooting & Incident Management
Diagnose and resolve storage-related issues promptly.
Participate in change management and incident response processes.