Daniel De Gennaro
About Daniel De Gennaro
Daniel De Gennaro is a seasoned IT professional currently serving as a Mainframe Support Team member at Nationwide Building Society in the United Kingdom. With over 35 years of experience in IBM Z Mainframes, he has held various roles, including z/OS System Programmer at IBM and OS/390 System Programmer at Tenaris.
Work at Nationwide Building Society
Daniel De Gennaro has been employed at Nationwide Building Society since 2016, where he serves as a member of the Mainframe Support Team (Z) within Hosting Services. His role involves providing support and maintenance for mainframe systems, contributing to the organization's IT infrastructure. He has been with the company for eight years, operating out of Swindon, United Kingdom.
Previous Experience at IBM
Before joining Nationwide Building Society, Daniel worked at IBM Czech Republic spol. s.r.o. as a z/OS System Programmer from 2013 to 2016. His career at IBM also included a seven-year tenure at IBM Global Services, where he focused on System Programming and Capacity Planning for z/OS support from 2006 to 2013. Additionally, he worked at Tenaris as an OS/390 System Programmer from 2000 to 2006, accumulating extensive experience in mainframe environments.
Education and Expertise
Daniel studied at UTN Universidad Tecnologica Nacional, where he pursued Building Construction Technology, achieving an incomplete degree in Civil Engineering from 1983 to 1989. He later attended Universidad Marcelino Champagnat, earning a degree in Telematica - Auditoria de Sistemas from 1995 to 1999. He is certified as an IBM z/OS IT Specialist and holds an ITIL L1 certification, showcasing his expertise in IT service management.
Mainframe Experience and Skills
With over 35 years of experience in the field, Daniel began his career as a System Console Operator in 1986. He possesses strong expertise in the installation and maintenance of ISV software for mainframes and has a deep understanding of z/OS (MVS) tools and concepts. His contributions to the IBM Z area include support, maintenance, and upgrades, reflecting his extensive knowledge in mainframe technology.
Language Proficiency
Daniel is fluent in both Spanish and English, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments. He also has beginner proficiency in Italian, indicating his willingness to engage with different cultures and languages in his professional interactions.