RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Phoenix, AZ that is seeking an AS400/IBMi Infrastructure Analyst.
Job Summary:
The AS400 (IBM i) Infrastructure Analyst is responsible for the administration, stability, performance, and security of the IBM i (AS/400) infrastructure. This role ensures high availability of critical business applications by managing system operations, capacity, upgrades, backup/recovery, and incident resolution, while working closely with application, database, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:
* Administer, monitor, and support IBM i (AS/400) systems in production, development, and test environments
* Perform system configuration, upgrades, PTF management, and OS releases
* Manage system objects, libraries, user profiles, authorization lists, and security settings
* Monitor system performance, job queues, subsystems, disk usage, and system logs
* Manage high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) solutions (e.g., PowerHA, MIMIX, iCluster)
* Perform capacity planning and performance tuning
* Execute backup and recovery procedures and conduct regular restore testing
* Troubleshoot and resolve system-level incidents and performance issues.
* Support change management processes, including patching and infrastructure changes.
* Work collaboratively with service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow)
* Enforce IBM i security best practices, user access controls, and audit requirements
* Support internal and external compliance audits (SOX, PCI, etc.)
* Monitor system access, review logs, and remediate vulnerabilities
* Develop and maintain CL, RPG, or scripting solutions to automate operational tasks
* Identify and implement infrastructure improvements and optimization opportunities
* Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures
REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of hands-on experience administering IBM i (AS/400) environments
* Experience with backup/recovery tools and procedures
* Working knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery concepts
* Familiarity with ITIL-based service management processes
* Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills
Strong knowledge of:
* IBM i OS internals, subsystems, and storage management
* CL commands and scripting
* Job scheduling and workload management
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with Power Systems hardware and virtualization (LPARs)
* Experience with monitoring tools and automation frameworks
* Exposure to modernization initiatives (integration with open systems, APIs)
* Prior experience in regulated or mission-critical environments
Key Competencies:
* Infrastructure reliability and operational excellence
* Problem-solving and root-cause analysis
* Collaboration with application, database, and operations teams
* Documentation and process discipline
* Proactive system monitoring and optimization
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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- Dice Id: kforcecx
- Position Id: ITWQG2176257
- Posted 1 hour ago
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