About the Job
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling to build, design, code, consult, and collaborate. We are seeking an IT Management Consultant with expertise in IBM Z Systems to lead and deliver both pre-sales and post-sales client engagements, facilitating the adoption of IBM Z Systems. Ideal candidates will have a successful track record of designing and deploying high-quality IBM Z solutions that meet diverse business requirements. You will assess IT infrastructures, identify gaps in best practices, and provide tailored IBM Z System solution recommendations to clients. Excellent communication and collaboration skills are essential as you interact with clients, sales teams, business partners, and colleagues.
Your Role and Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver consulting assessments and workshops for IBM Z Systems.
- Execute implementation projects according to the Scope of Work while ensuring client satisfaction.
- Foster long-lasting relationships with clients and internal teams based on insights into their needs.
- Plan, install, implement, and integrate new and complex solutions related to IBM Z Systems.
- Document services engagement at either customer sites or IBM locations.
- Identify service engagement opportunities and define appropriate Scopes of Work.
- Drive demand for services and assets while generating follow-on business from successful client engagements.
- Maintain a proactive approach in developing services that meet emerging market needs.
- Attain high client satisfaction and create new client references through consistent and positive engagements.
- Continuously expand technical and client-facing skills to provide increased value to clients.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
- Engineering or Equivalent Degree.
- A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in z/OS and z/VM.
- Experience in the installation, upgrade, configuration, and testing of IBM Z operating systems and related software.
- Understanding of z/OS high availability and Copy Services technologies.
- Deep skills in one or more of the following areas: Networking, Storage, Security, CICS, Linux, WebSphere MQ, DB2 plex, and z/VM system programming.
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
- At least 10 years of experience in the IT industry.
- Experience in advising technical solution sales and performing solution integration.
- Basic RACF knowledge and knowledge of IBM System Automation and Red Hat Ansible is a plus.
About IBM
IBM operates globally, with a presence in more than 175 countries. Our Global Markets organization complements local expertise with global experience, enabling clients to grow and innovate. At IBM, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset, driving our efforts to be the catalyst for progress through a commitment to innovation, trust, and personal responsibility.
