Senior IBMi Systems Administrator

LHH; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 115,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior System Admin IBMi to support their remote operations. This role involves installing software, maintaining network security, and ensuring system backups. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience with IBM systems. Join us to innovate and make a significant impact in the tech industry.

Benefits

401k Match

Attractive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• At least five years of system administration experience.
• Good understanding of technical equipment and software.

Responsibilities

• Install software and support applications on servers.
• Analyze and monitor network security access.
• Maintain policies, practices, and SOX controls.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Self-motivated Learner

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a computer-related field

Tools

IBM AS/400

IBM iSeries

IBM Power 9

EMC SAN

IBM DS8000 Storage

Job description

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One of my high profile clients is looking to fill their Senior System Admin IBMi role that is remote. Our client offers an attractive benefits package and is committed to the values of accountability, curiosity, empathy, equity, nimbleness, partnership, and transparency. If this interests you, join us to make your mark and do impactful work to innovate and deliver what’s Next.

Must Have's:

• IBMi, IBM AS/400, IBM iSeries
• IBM Power 10
• Disaster Recovery
• High Availability, 24/7/365 support
• Open Source, Apache, CL programming (nice to have)

Responsibilities

• Install software and support applications on servers as needed.
• Analyze and monitor network security access, conduct user access reviews.
• Maintain policies, practices, and SOX controls related to your expertise; document and update policies accordingly.
• Ensure backup and replication of systems under the direction of the IBM Systems Manager.
• Support storage area network (SAN) under guidance from the IBM Systems Manager.
• Support Helpdesk and PC Specialists; resolve escalated issues.
• Assist with desktop support and configuration tasks under the PC Manager.
• Monitor and maintain Production, HA, and DR systems—backups, patching, storage, etc.
• Develop and distribute performance reports using IBM tools.
• Perform off-hours work as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a computer-related field, with at least five years of system administration experience.
• Good understanding of technical equipment and software.
• Experience with:
• IBM AS/400, IBM iSeries, IBM Power 9
• EMC SAN and storage devices, IBM DS8000 Storage
• VTL backups, BRMS, clustering
• Performance monitoring
• IBM Web services
• System maintenance (IPL, PTF, SAVSYS, etc.)
• CL programming (a plus)
• Knowledge of IT security best practices
• Understanding of frameworks like COBIT, ISACA, SANS
• Self-motivated learner, adaptable to new technologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• Ability to interpret technical and business documents.
• Capable of training less experienced team members.
• Ethical and aligned with company values.

Job Type:

• Full Time

Location:

• Preferably in San Diego, but open to remote in the US

Compensation:

• Target Base Salary: $115k-$128k (based on experience, negotiable)
• 401k Match: Yes
• Remote

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development and Information Services

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