Job Description

IBM iSeries Platform Administrator Responsibilities:

Maintain and support the IBM iSeries environment to ensure system reliability and performance. Manage system upgrades, patches, and configurations, ensuring smooth and seamless updates. Monitor system performance continuously and optimize for high availability and efficiency. Collaborate with development teams to provide support for applications running on the iSeries platform. Perform regular backups, conduct restore tests, and participate in disaster recovery drills. Troubleshoot and resolve both hardware and software issues to minimize system downtime. Implement robust security protocols, including managing user access and permissions, to safeguard system integrity. Document procedures, system changes, and configurations for future reference and compliance. Work closely with cross-functional teams to facilitate seamless system operations and integrations. Provide on-call support as necessary, including weekends, to ensure continuous system uptime and reliability.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

Proven experience as an IBM iSeries Administrator or in a similar role with a focus on system management. In-depth knowledge of IBM iSeries hardware and software environments, with a strong understanding of their configuration and functionality. Expertise in using system monitoring tools and performance tuning to optimize system efficiency. Familiarity with industry best practices for backup and recovery procedures. Solid understanding of security protocols, as well as user access and permission management on IBM iSeries platforms. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities to quickly address hardware and software issues. Excellent documentation skills, with the ability to thoroughly document system configurations, procedures, and changes for future reference. Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Willingness to provide on-call support as required, including weekends, to ensure system reliability.

Benefits

Standard