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Pre/Post-Sale Technical Support Analyst

 Skills: JCL, TSO/ISPF, SMP/E, RMF, z/OS utilities in general, SORT utilities, Assembler, C, C++ for z/OS

GFS Software develops tape management software for the IBM z/OS environment. Founded in 1988, GFS develops quality solutions that produce measurable cost savings while increasing operational efficiency.

We are seeking an experienced technician with expertise in the z/OS operating system, Mainframe Storage, Tape Library, Tape Virtualization, and Tape Management Systems to support both pre and post-sales efforts.

 Resposibilities include:

- Becoming an expert in the technical capabilities of the GFS software solutions

- Providing technical assistance to the sales team and prospective customers during the entire product sales cycle

- Preparing and presenting technical presentations and answering questions during the sales process

- Assisting in the installation and implementation of GFS tape management solutions in prospective customer environments for proof-of-concept

- Assisting in the fulfillment of RFP / RFI preparation

- Providing Level 1 and 2 technical support to existing customers

Skills and Experience Desired

Qualifications:

- 6+ years mainframe experience

- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

- Prior experience in an end-user facing role

- Strong analytical and technical abilities

- Solid understanding of mainframe tape storage concepts

- Experience with issue tracking, fault-finding, and debugging in mainframe environments

- Assembler, C, C++ for z/OS programming experience desired

Description of company

GFS Software develops solutions for the System z platform. Founded in 1988, GFS has a portfolio of essential and high quality solutions that produce savings and increased efficiency. Some of GFS's largest installations include customers from financial services, telecommunications, and government organizations. GFS also distributes solutions from renowned companies worldwide and has subsidiaries in Europe and the United States.

GFS Software, Inc.

Additional information

Published: May 29, 2012
Type: Full Time
Experience: Full-senior
Functions: Analyst
Sectors: Software
Compensation: Competitive
Code of vacancy: 3107115

 

Send your resume to our Human Resources:

E-mail: gfsny@gfssoftware.com