AS/400 System i (iASP) Administrator

Maybank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is looking for an AS/400 System Administrator to manage and support their AS/400 System i. The ideal candidate will have experience in administration, strong troubleshooting skills, and familiarity with IBM DS8K storage solutions. Responsibilities include managing OS400 security and performing system upgrades. This role may require off-hours support when necessary.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration and troubleshooting of AS/400 System i with iASP model.
• Good understanding of IBM DS8K storage and SAN switches.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support AS/400 System i including upgrades.
• Manage OS400 security and backup operations.
• Troubleshoot data and system performance issues.

Skills

Administration of AS/400 System i

Troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of TCP/IP protocols

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

IBM iDoctor

DBMON Traces

MS Office tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Administer and support AS/400 System i running on iASP model, including planning, implementation, and upgrades;
• Manage OS400 security, BRMS backup, operations monitoring, alerting, and data replication;
• Perform installation, configuration, and maintenance of 3rd party tools (e.g., MQ, Thenon, Windows Menu, Robot Schedule, Alert Console);
• Plan, review, and execute OS, PTF, and 3rd party software upgrades;
• Support PowerHA, Admin Domain, VIOS management, and copy services in an iASP environment;
• Troubleshoot data, application, and system performance issues using tools such as IBM iDoctor, DBMON Traces, and Job Watcher;
• Provide administration and operational support for IBM DS8K storage and SAN switches (including global and metro mirror);
• Implement and manage ACS client installation and setup, SKLM, and Spectrum Control;
• Ensure compliance with access and security guidelines for AS/400 networked systems;
• Collaborate with BAU project support and infrastructure teams, providing operational stability and project delivery;
• Support ITIL-based processes and contribute to continuous service improvement;

Requirements

• A good degree with experience in administration and troubleshooting of AS/400 System i with iASP model;
• Strong knowledge of IBM DS8K storage and SAN switches, including mirroring configurations;
• Good understanding of TCP/IP protocols and network troubleshooting techniques;
• Experience with PowerHA, Admin Domain, copy services, and VIOS management;
• Knowledge of SQL, CL, RPG, and proficiency with MS Office tools (including MS Access);
• Familiarity with ACS client, SKLM, Spectrum Control, and 3rd party system tools;
• Knowledge of ITIL processes and best practices;
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for system, network, and application-level issues;
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously;
• Willingness to support off-hours or weekends when required for deployment and upgrade activities.

Only shortlisted candidate will be notified.