Entry Mainframe Capacity Planner

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. Developing impactful solutions is something we do together at Ensono because Ideas Start Here. Great things happen when many voices are heard, and people are supported to run with their ideas. On our teams, you will be backed by leaders with a passion for our business. This is a place where your ideas can Do Great Things. 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. Adventure starts here. Here you will be a part of a team that encourages you to master your craft, ask tomorrow’s questions today, and chart your path. Our Associates focus on client impact with curiosity and a feeling of relentless commitment.

About the role and what you will be doing:

Join our team as an Entry Level Mainframe Capacity Planner, supporting mainframe client environments. Ideal candidates have 2-3 years of mainframe experience and are eager to advance their skills through structured upskilling and local mentorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze mainframe resource usage and performance.
• Support development of repeatable processes for KPI metrics.
• Assist with performance analysis, diagnostics, and incident investigations.
• Collaborate with teams on storage, virtual tape, and network technologies.
• Contribute to capacity projects and client onboarding.

Main Responsibilities Once Up to Speed:

• Independently manage multiple mainframe client accounts for optimal performance.
• Develop and maintain KPI processes and client forecasting models.
• Perform detailed analyses and provide recommendations to clients and internal teams.
• Support diagnostics, incident resolution, and onboarding/outmigration projects.
• Engage in strategic capacity initiatives and cross-technology collaboration.

Required Qualifications:

2-3 years of experience in a mainframe environment.

• Exposure to any programming language.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Mainframe System Programming experience.
• JCL and/or script coding experience.
• Experience with MXG or similar reporting tools.
• Power BI proficiency.
• Experience supporting multiple client environments.
• Database/data warehouse concepts.
• Familiarity with ZCP3000, IBM pricing concepts, and SCRT.
• KPI identification and definition.
• Knowledge of OS internals and system performance analysis.
• Mastery of corporate IT processes and methodologies.

Development & Mentorship:

• You will be paired with a local mentor for technical guidance and upskilling. Our structured training program is designed to accelerate your professional development in mainframe capacity planning.
• This position offers a unique opportunity to build your career with dedicated support and resources.

What we offer:

A membership & belonging to a global team doing something great An opportunity to work with the newest technologies and modern architecture A room for further growth and gaining expertise in the area you are interested in An opportunity to influence the architecture and design of what’s next A modern business agility education

Benefits:

We believe that great work deserves great rewards. In return for your ideas, commitment and ambition, we’ll give you a very competitive base salary and a range of benefits as soon as you join. On top of your highly competitive base salary, we offer:

Flexible and remote work opportunities Performance bonus Training and development programs Worldwide career opportunities Community outreach and mentoring opportunities Learning platforms My Benefit system Wellness Platform support from Virgin Pulse Associate equity program Life insurance Lunch card Study leave One paid day off for charity events Sabbatical Extended parental leave Rental or co-financing of office equipment Referral bonus program