Peoplesoft Administrator

CareCone Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CareCone Group is seeking a PeopleSoft System Administrator to lead the upgrade from version 8.59 to 8.62 in Sydney. The role covers planning, environment setup, backup planning, security configuration, performance monitoring, and post go-live support.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on upgrade experience, strong administration skills across Linux/Windows, and familiarity with middleware such as WebLogic, plus database experience with Oracle or SQL Server.

Qualifications

• Strong experience as a PeopleSoft System Administrator.
• Hands-on experience upgrading PeopleSoft (prefer 8.5x to 8.6x).
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft tools, web/application servers, and middleware such as WebLogic.
• Experience with Oracle and SQL Server databases.
• Solid Linux/Unix or Windows server administration skills.
• Backup, recovery and disaster recovery practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and support the PeopleSoft upgrade from 8.59 to 8.62.
• Build, configure and validate PeopleSoft environments (Dev, Test, QA, UAT, Prod).
• Define backup/restore strategies and coordinate recoveries.
• Configure security roles, access controls and audit requirements.
• Monitor performance during upgrade runs and production cutover.
• Coordinate with infrastructure, database, network and cloud teams.

Job description

Job Title : Peoplesoft System Administrator

Location : Sydney

Mode: Permanent

Job Summary

The PeopleSoft System Administrator is responsible for the planning, execution, and support of the PeopleSoft upgrade from version 8.59 to 8.62. This role ensures system availability, performance, security, and compliance throughout the upgrade lifecycle, from assessment to post go live stabilization.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and Assessment

Participate in upgrade planning, scope definition, and impact assessment for the PeopleSoft 8.59 to 8.62 upgrade.

Review existing PeopleSoft architecture, integrations, customizations, and infrastructure readiness.

Identify risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies related to system, database, and infrastructure components.

System Environment Setup and Validation

Build, configure, and validate PeopleSoft environments (Development, Test, QA, UAT, Production).

Install and configure PeopleSoft tools, middleware, web servers, and application servers required for 8.62.

Ensure environment consistency and adherence to vendor and organizational standards.

Database Backup and Recovery Planning

Define and implement database backup, restore, and recovery strategies prior to and during upgrade activities.

Coordinate and execute full and incremental backups for upgrade rehearsal and cutover.

Support recovery testing and rollback planning to ensure business continuity.

User Access and Security Configuration

Configure and manage PeopleSoft security, roles, permissions, and user profiles.

Ensure audit and compliance requirements are followed during the upgrade.

Validate access controls post upgrade to confirm no security regressions.

Performance Monitoring and Optimization

Monitor system performance during upgrade runs, testing cycles, and production cutover.

Analyze logs and system metrics to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.

Tune application servers, web servers, and batch processes for optimal performance.

Infrastructure and Cross Team Coordination

Coordinate closely with infrastructure, database, network, and cloud teams.

Manage server infrastructure, operating systems, storage, and network configuration related to PeopleSoft.

Ensure all infrastructure changes are aligned with the upgrade timeline and change management processes.

Testing Support

Support technical testing activities, including system, integration, performance, and user acceptance testing (UAT).

Resolve system related issues identified during testing cycles.

Assist functional teams with environment related troubleshooting and configuration.

Go Live Preparation and Support

Prepare the production environment for go live, including final configurations, backups, and validation checks.

Execute cutover activities and support the production upgrade.

Provide post go live monitoring and stabilization support.

Required Skills and Experience

Strong experience as a PeopleSoft System Administrator.

Hands on experience with PeopleSoft upgrades, preferably from version 8.5x to 8.6x.

Knowledge of PeopleSoft tools, web/application servers, and middleware (e.g., WebLogic).

Experience with database platforms commonly used with PeopleSoft (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server).

Solid understanding of Linux/Unix or Windows server administration.

Familiarity with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery practices.

Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Ability to provide support for and develop knowledge across other systems, including Hardcat and Ricoh Medius.