At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things! We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation.
We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. These five traits are the key to achieving our purpose.
Honesty, Reliability, Collaboration, Curiosity, Passion
Position Summary
Mainframe Presales Senior Solution Architect leverages knowledge of IBM mainframe technology to help document, shape, and direct the technology roadmap for Ensono and for our clients. Work directly with senior executives and leadership to identify and address technology gaps, strategic goals, and business imperatives impacted by infrastructure technologies. Suggest new technologies or new approaches to achieve business goals. Develop methodologies to integrate technology innovation with existing governance and enterprise architecture processes. Provide fully costed solution architecture to meet client and prospective client requests. Maintain and update documentation related to organization-wide IT activities and technology roadmaps. Communicate progress and direction through formal presentations, collaborative meetings, and content publishing to mixed audiences.
The Mainframe Presales Senior Solution Architect would also support new business opportunities including pre-sales support, architecture, contracting, and design support for that client:
Leads implementation of Ensono solutions and/or manages complex change that significantly impacts an existing solution.Ensures individualized solution incorporates clients' and Ensono's overall business strategy and technical vision.Technical lead in all solution communications with client and overseeing its progress throughout the implementation phase.
Key Areas of Focus for this Role
Consistently provides proven, formal mentorshipHigh complexity assignments - ownerModerate complexity assignments - owner (1 or >)Low complexity assignments - provide oversight/reviewRegularly lead self and others and/or established as Product SME and/or established as specialistUnderstands how whole picture aligns to overall Ensono strategyResponsible for the creation and maintenance of reference architecture for Ensono infrastructure solutionsResponsible for the infrastructure architecture of one or more client environments and are to be considered the subject matter expert for the entire environment within the datacenterResponsible for working with the client to obtain the solution requirements for the infrastructureResponsible for written design of the infrastructure solution that meets or exceeds the requirements utilizing a reference architectureResponsible for being the technical subject matter expert for the implementation and ensuring the implementation adheres to the proposed designResponsible for presenting cost estimates for the mainframe solution implementation process and ongoing production support of the solutionEngages in project communications with the client using a consultative approach, anticipates obstacles, and recommends solution options to mitigate.Ensures infrastructure solution design fulfills functional and technical requirements and can consistently meet progress against service level agreements (SLAs.)Accountable for the accuracy, process, integrity, quality, and stewardship of client mainframe infrastructure solutions.Participates in the development of RFP responses and presentations
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fieldTypically requires a minimum of 12 years of related experienceExtensive previous background with IBM mainframes, including previous experience as a systems programmer supporting complex mainframe environmentsFoundational: ITILv3, ITSMMainframe: IBMStorage Platforms (EMC, IBM, Hitachi, Oracle)
Why Ensono?
Ensono is a place we unleash Associates to Do Great Things - for our clients and for your career. This could mean achieving a professional goal, collaborating with your team on an innovative idea, learning a new skill, reaching a wellness milestone, or engaging in your community through volunteer programs. Whatever it means to you, we want Ensono to be the place where you can do great things.
We value flexibility and work-life balance. Positions that are not required to be onsite to support a client may offer the ability to work remotely or hybrid at an Ensono office location.Unlimited Paid Day Off (PDO) PlanTwo robust health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield401(k) with a generous company matchEligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accountsDepending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centersWellness programFlexible work schedule
Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
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