Senior IBM DataPower Administrator

ValleySoft Inc; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium IT solutions provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior IBM DataPower Administrator to enhance its operations. You will manage IBM DataPower systems, implement robust API security measures, and automate deployments. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience with IBM DataPower and is skilled in networking and security protocols. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a challenging yet rewarding environment.

Benefits

Private Health Insurance

Training & Development

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience with IBM DataPower Gateway.
• Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancers).
• Deep understanding of security protocols and API security.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and administer IBM DataPower Gateway environments.
• Manage firmware upgrades, patches, and hotfixes with minimal downtime.
• Implement enterprise security controls including TLS and OAuth2.
• Mentor junior administrators and maintain operational documentation.

Skills

IBM DataPower Gateway experience

Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancers)

Understanding of security protocols and API security

Linux/Unix systems experience

Familiarity with containers, OpenShift, DevOps

Strong troubleshooting skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Tools

IBM DataPower Gateway

OpenShift

Job description

Introduction

Valleysoft is a premier IT solutions provider renowned for delivering innovative technology that empowers businesses to attain operational excellence. We are committed to fostering a highly skilled workforce dedicated to crafting solutions that meet the challenges of modern enterprises. We are looking for a Senior IBM DataPower Administrator to join our expert team. In this pivotal role, you will provide advanced administration and operational support for IBM DataPower appliances and ensure robust API management and integration across enterprise applications. Your contributions will be instrumental in designing best practices and handling complex configurations while ensuring security and performance. If you have a proven track record with IBM DataPower and possess a strategic mindset coupled with strong technical skills, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Private Health Insurance Training & Development

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and administer IBM DataPower Gateway environments (physical, virtual, containerized).
• Manage firmware upgrades, patches, and hotfixes with minimal downtime.
• Configure and manage domains and services across DEV, SIT, UAT, and PROD.
• Implement enterprise security controls including TLS, mTLS, OAuth2, JWT, LDAP, and SAML.
• Manage certificates, keystores, truststores, and HSM integrations.
• Design and maintain High Availability and Disaster Recovery architectures.
• Support REST/SOAP APIs and enterprise integration protocols.
• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and lead root cause analysis.
• Automate deployments using scripting and CI/CD pipelines.
• Mentor junior administrators and maintain operational documentation.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of hands‑on experience with IBM DataPower Gateway.
• Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancers).
• Deep understanding of security protocols and API security.
• Experience with Linux/Unix systems.
• Familiarity with containers, OpenShift, and DevOps practices.
• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

Preferred Certifications

• IBM Certified Administrator – DataPower Gateway.
• IBM Integration Suite / API Connect certifications.
• Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM.