AS400 Infrastructure Operations Support Engineer

Job Title: AS400 Infrastructure Operations Support Engineer
Job Location: Cincinnati - Ohio - USA
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

• Installation Configuration and Upgrades Set up and maintain AS400 systems including software upgrades and patches using tools like IBM i Access Client Solutions ACS and IBM Navigator for i
• Storage Management Allocate storage space manage libraries and objects and plan for future storage needs using tools like IBM i Disk Management and BRMS Backup Recovery and Media Services
• User Management Create and manage user accounts assign permissions and control access to the system using IBM Security Access Manager and IBM i User Profiles
• Security Implement and maintain security measures to protect AS400 systems from unauthorized access and breaches using IBM i Security Tools and IBM Guardium
• Monitoring Proactively monitor system performance identify bottlenecks and take corrective actions using tools like IBM Performance Tools for i and IBM i Performance Navigator
• Tuning Tune system parameters SQL queries and indexes to optimize performance using IBM i SQL Performance Analyzer and IBM i Performance Data Investigator
• Backups Regularly back up systems to ensure data protection and disaster recovery using tools like BRMS and IBM i SaveRestore
• Recovery Restore systems from backups and resolve data corruption issues using BRMS and IBM i Recovery Tools
• Data Modeling Work with data architects to design and implement efficient database schemas using tools like IBM Data Studio and IBM InfoSphere Data Architect
• Data Validation Ensure data accuracy and consistency through data validation and integrity checks using IBM InfoSphere QualityStage
• Developer Support Collaborate with developers to design and implement new system features and applications using tools like IBM Rational Developer for i and IBM i Access Client Solutions
• User Support Provide training and support to users on how to access and use AS400 systems
• Problem Solving Identify and resolve system issues errors and performance problems using tools like IBM i Service Tools and IBM i System Logs
• Documentation Maintain documentation of system configurations procedures and troubleshooting steps using tools like Confluence and SharePoint
• Monitor and manage the health and performance of AS400 systems
• Perform routine maintenance tasks including updates patches and backups
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to AS400 systems
• Collaborate with other IT teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and operation of AS400 systems
• Provide support and training to endusers and IT staff
• Maintain and update system documentation and procedures
• Stay upto date with the latest AS400 technologies and best practices