Lead, Systems Administration Automation

Kyndryl•Lexington, KY

20h•Remote

About The Position

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. As a System Administrator at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world. There’s never a typical day as a System Administrator at Kyndryl, because no two projects are alike. You’ll be managing systems data for clients and providing day-to-day solutions and security compliance. You’ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career. Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms.

Requirements

Strong experience with IBM Z / Mainframe environments
Hands-on experience with System Automation products , such as: IBM System Automation (SA z/OS) OPS/MVS or equivalent automated operations tools BMC MainView AutoOperator or similar (where applicable)
Solid knowledge of z/OS system internals , JES, and subsystem interactions
Experience with event monitoring, automated recovery, and policy-based automation
Working knowledge of ISPF, TSO, JCL , GDPS, Netview, REXX and system diagnostics
Familiarity with Change, Incident, and Problem Management processes

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience in Mainframe Systems Programming, Automation, or Operations Engineering
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high‑availability environment
Customer‑focused mindset with attention to detail

Responsibilities

Design, implement, maintain, and enhance mainframe system automation to support system availability and stability
Administer and support automation policies, configuration, and custom routines for IBM Z environments and AIOPs
Monitor system events, automate incident detection and recovery, and ensure proper error notification for subsystem and application failures
Diagnose, resolve, and document system and automation-related issues following Change and Incident Management processes
Maintain automation product levels, apply maintenance (PTFs), and coordinate upgrades and enhancements
Collaborate with operations, application, and vendor teams to improve automation coverage and reduce manual intervention
Increase efficiency through automation, templates, and standardization
Participate in modernization and automation initiatives to improve quality, productivity, and operational maturity
Provide on-call or off-hours support as required by the account