iSeries AS/400 Systems Administrator - 6-Month Contract

Staples Canada; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading office supply retailer is seeking a Systems Engineer to support IBM iSeries servers in Richmond Hill, Canada. This 6-month contract role involves leading enhancement projects, maintaining security, and ensuring system availability. Candidates should have a degree in computer science or engineering and 5-10 years of experience with IBM I systems. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work with third-party vendor software. Join a diverse team committed to an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer science or engineering with relevant work experience.
• 5-10 years of experience supporting IBM I systems as system engineer/system administrator.
• Experience in IBM I v7.3 or above, including applying PTFs, OS upgrades, Backup and Restore, security management.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects associated with enhancing and upgrading technology solutions on IBM I.
• Work with hosting partner to install cumulative PTFs and upgrade packages.
• Setup, maintain, and monitor IBM I security as per Security group requirement.

Skills

IBM iSeries systems support

Project leadership

Security management

Performance tuning

Troubleshooting

Backup and Restore

Education

Degree in computer science or engineering

Tools

IBM i v7.3

Robot Suites

MIMIX

Patrick Townsend

Job description

A leading office supply retailer is seeking a Systems Engineer to support IBM iSeries servers in Richmond Hill, Canada. This 6-month contract role involves leading enhancement projects, maintaining security, and ensuring system availability. Candidates should have a degree in computer science or engineering and 5-10 years of experience with IBM I systems. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to work with third-party vendor software. Join a diverse team committed to an inclusive work environment.