Senior Mainframe Hardware / Infrastructure Engineer

V2Soft Job Opportunity V2Soft is a global leader in IT services and business solutions, delivering innovative and cost-effective technology solutions worldwide since 1998. We have headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, MI and have 16 offices spread across six countries. We partner with Fortune 500 companies to address complex business challenges. Our services span AI, IT staffing, cloud computing, engineering, mobility, testing, and more. Certified with CMMI Level 3 and ISO standards, V2Soft is committed to quality and security. Beyond our work, we actively support local communities and non-profits, reflecting our core values. Join us to be part of a dynamic and impactful global company! Skills Required IT Operations, Hardware Experience, Network Protocols & Standards, Network Switches, Local Area Networks, Network Engineering, Configuration Management, Computer Hardware, Cisco, Mainframe Systems Experience Required Senior Engineer Exp: Prac. In 2 coding lang. or adv. Prac. in 1 lang.; guides. 10+ years in IT; 8+ years in development Education Required Associate Degree Hybrid Role requires the person to be local for frequent work at the data centers in Dearborn and Flat Rock. Key Responsibilities Hardware Installation & Configuration - Define and maintain zSeries hardware components using IBM Hardware Configuration Manager (HCM, CMT (Connectivity Mapping Tool) and Hardware Configuration Definition (HCD). - Analyze and determine hardware configurations to distribute I/O across mainframes, storage systems, data centers, and Client worldwide Cisco ACI and FICON networks. - Program Cisco FICON switches and mainframe IOGENs to support mainframe resources and environments - Design, install, and maintain mainframe cable infrastructure, including cabling hardware into Client Cisco ACI and FICON fiber networks - Coordinate and plan all hardware installations and de-installations, including assembling and managing installation/de-installation teams. - Coordinate and plan all hardware microcode upgrades. Monitoring, Maintenance & Support - Monitor, track, and diagnose hardware failures across all mainframe computer systems and peripheral devices - Provide prompt problem determination and implement immediate corrective action in the event of hardware failures - Schedule and supervise hardware maintenance activities - Supervise hardware suppliers during equipment installation (placement, power installation, equipment clearance, etc.) - Provide weekend, evening, and on-call (24x7x365, pager rotation) support for hardware failures and configuration launches. - Coordinate hardware activities with other Client teams, including Network, Operations and Facilities. Planning & Project Coordination - Coordinate changes with storage and software teams when planning and implementing new hardware and configurations - Attend Facility Planning meetings and support data center transition/consolidation efforts - Participate in Disaster Recovery planning and testing, and serve as technical liaison when installing equipment for D/R or consolidation purposes - Lead cross-functional teams and drive results on mainframe hardware projects V2soft