Overview
On Site
BASED ON EXPERIENCE
Full Time
Skills
BRMS
BUSINESS RULE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
ROBOT
MIMIX
IBM I SERIES
AS/400
AS 400
AS-400
AS/400
AS400
SAN
STORAGE SOLUTIONS
IBM STORAGE
TCP / IP
TCP /IP
APPN
TCPIP
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
Job Details
This role is responsible for the full lifecycle management of IBM i (AS/400) systems, including daily operations, system configuration, performance tuning, security, and disaster recovery. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in IBM Power Systems in a multi-partition environment and a proactive approach to system reliability and optimization.
Key Responsibilities :
Required Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Work Environment:
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage all aspects of daily IBM i system operations:
- User Profiles, Subsystems, Job Queues, Output Queues, Job Descriptions, and job routing.
- Backup and restore operations using BRMS, including BRMS networking.
- Configure and deploy new IBM i partitions and systems from the ground up.
- Implement and maintain robust system security, to include User access control, object-level security, data protection, and secure entry points.
- Monitor and optimize system performance and resource utilization.
- Manage disk storage, SAN switches, and IBM Flash System configurations.
- Perform system firmware upgrades and updates.
- Install and manage IBM i OS, Licensed Program Products (LPPs), Program Temporary Fixes (PTFs), and third-party software.
- Upgrade IBM i OS versions and manage PTF lifecycle.
- Configure and troubleshoot network communications (TCP/IP, APPN, APPC, routing, and interfaces).
- Configure, monitor, and upgrade HMC appliances.
- Oversee database management, including journaling and recovery procedures.
- Ensure seamless integration and connectivity with Windows servers and other platforms.
- Collaborate with development teams; programming experience is a plus.
Required Qualifications :
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM iSeries / AS/400 / Power Systems.
- Strong knowledge of BRMS, HMC, and IBM i OS administration.
- Experience with system builds, OS upgrades, and PTF management.
- Proficiency in configuring and managing TCP/IP, APPN, and related protocols.
- Familiarity with SAN environments and IBM storage solutions.
- Solid understanding of IBM i security architecture and best practices.
- Experience with database journaling and recovery strategies.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field
- Experience with automation tools (e.g., Robot, Mimix)
- Basic programming knowledge (RPG, CL, SQL) is a plus
- Certifications in IBM Power Systems or related technologies
- Project management skills
Work Environment:
- Hybrid opportunity available, but must be able to be on-site in Exeter, PA for select hands-on tasks and projects
- May require occasional after-hours or weekend support for maintenance and upgrades.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.