IBM AS / 400 Administrator

Include relevant IBM Power / i Series environment details on resume (system versions, DR exposure, MIMIX, etc.).

KEY POINTS FOR RECRUITERS

Work setup : Primarily In Office in Pleasant Prairie, WI. Remote is an exception, not the rule.

Business Driver : Need for an Expert (P4) in IBM AS / 400 Administration to manage critical infrastructure.

Project Scope : Focus is on core IBM i administration, system / firmware upgrades, PTF deployment, and supporting DR testing.

TOP HARD SKILLS

IBM i administration (5+ years)

HMC Maintenance (5+ years)

System / Firmware Upgrades (5+ years)

Job Description

client is seeking an experienced IBM i (AS / 400) Administrator to support infrastructure operations for a leading enterprise client. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of hands-on experience managing IBM Power systems, performing firmware upgrades, and maintaining HMC environments.

Responsibilities :

Administer IBM i environments including installations, patches, and PTF deployments

Monitor system health, review logs, and validate backup integrity

Perform firmware and system upgrades with minimal downtime

Manage 3rd-party applications and security configurations

Support Disaster Recovery testing and capacity planning

Required Skills :

5+ years IBM i (AS / 400) Administration

5+ years HMC Maintenance

5+ years System / Firmware Upgrades

Preferred Skills :

iDoctor, MIMIX, DR Testing

Details :

Location : Pleasant Prairie, WI (Onsite)

Duration : 23 weeks, 4 days (potential extension)

Job Responsibilities

Perform IBM i administration, including system installs, PTF deployment, and HMC maintenance.

Perform system firmware, software installation, configuration, and security requirements.

Perform daily system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems, and key processes.

Review system logs, application logs, and verify the successful completion of scheduled jobs, such as backups.

Perform problem isolation, definition, resolution, and follow-up for system, application, and customer problems.

Provide monthly reporting regarding system performance and assist with capacity planning requirements.

Maintain 3rd party software applications and participate in Disaster Recovery testing.