AS​/400 IBM- Administrator - Vegas

Overview

The IBM Power I System (iSeries) Administrator oversees and maintains IBM iSeries (AS/400) systems for internal operations and managed clients. They are responsible for ensuring high availability, system integrity, and optimal performance of IBM Power I systems owned, operated, and managed by CU
* Answers. The role requires expertise in managing replication software, conducting object audits, and executing high availability rollover exercises with minimal supervision. The ability to apply independent judgment is critical in managing complex tasks and making decisions that directly impact the organization s success. This includes assessing situations, analyzing information, and evaluating risks and benefits to determine the best course of action.

The individual in this role is expected to make well-informed decisions without constant supervision, addressing challenges with confidence and ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values. This function involves balancing competing priorities, managing ambiguity, and handling urgent or sensitive matters with discretion.

• Assists the Manager of IBM Power I Systems in providing technical support for application and hardware problem resolution on the IBM Power I Systems (AS/400) platform computing system.
• The IBM iSeries System Administrator will help manage, configure, and maintain IBM Power I (iSeries) systems for CU
  * Answers and managed clients.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery:
  Execute replication processes, object audits, and high availability rollover exercises.
• System Maintenance:
  Perform hardware and software maintenance, including firmware, microcode, software updates, CUMs, Hipers, and Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs).
• New System Installations:
  Install IBM Power I systems from bare metal, ensuring proper configuration and integration.
• Backup & Recovery Operations:
  Maintain proficiency in system backup and recovery processes, including BRMS (Backup, Recovery, and Media Services) and virtual tape libraries.
• Software Stack Management:
  Administer and support security, automation, and monitoring tools, including Firewall, Robot, and Audit software.
• Network & Security Administration:
  Ensure proper network connectivity and security, with knowledge of TCP/IP, IBM Access Client, encryption, and certificate management.
• Incident Response & Troubleshooting:
  Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and networking issues efficiently.
• Compliance & Documentation:
  Maintain detailed system documentation and ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  Work closely with internal teams, vendors, and clients, providing exceptional support and clear communication both orally and in writing.
• Operate and manage key functions of the AS/400 platform and ensure system stability and performance.
• Create and run AS/400 Queries to generate reports and support data analysis needs.
• Write, maintain, and troubleshoot AS/400 CL (Control Language) programs to support operational tasks and automation.
• Exercise extensive independent judgment to assess complex situations, analyze information, and make decisions that align with organizational goals.
• Manage multiple priorities effectively, demonstrating discretion and sound decision-making across all responsibilities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support organizational goals and evolving business needs.

• Two-year degree in business-related or information technology field or equivalent work experience is required. Equivalent experience would be at least 2-3 years of working experience in information technology, networking or iSeries administration.
• 2-3 years of experience with the IBM Power I Systems (iSeries; AS/400), including networks and PC-related computer systems, PC support, Client Access, Query, Office Vision, Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Windows, Ethernet, TCP/IP, SDLC/SNA, WAN, LAN, HMCs.
• General knowledge of data communications.
• Must be available during off hours to assist with any problems encountered by credit unions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with external clients as well as…