IBM Junior Administrator Full Time NEW

IBM Junior Administrator:

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IBM Junior Administrator professional to join our IT Services team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining our clients’ IBM systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. You will also provide advanced technical support, troubleshooting complex issues, and working closely with our clients to meet their evolving IT needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• IBM Systems Administration:
• Manage and maintain IBM Power Systems (AS/400, iSeries), including installation, configuration, operating system upgrades, patch management, HMC, and Live Partition Mobility (LPM)
• Monitor system performance, conduct regular health checks, and ensure high availability and disaster recovery readiness.
• Implement and maintain security best practices, including user management, role-based access control, and encryption.
• Client Interaction and Support:
• Work closely with clients to understand their business needs and provide tailored IT solutions.
• Conduct regular client meetings to review system performance, discuss upcoming projects, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Project Management:
• Participate in IT projects related to IBM systems and applications, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and scope.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies, integrations, and enhancements.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and IBM best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Education: Desired that you’ve completed or are currently working on a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Any meaningful technology experience with system administration and application support, preferably within a Managed Services or Cloud Services environment.
• Technical Skills (any of these would be meaningful but we are willing to train for):
• IBM Power Systems (AS/400, iSeries) administration.
• IBM-based applications (e.g., ERP, middleware) and related technologies.
• IBM system security, backup, and disaster recovery best practices.
• Mimix or other data replication technologies, BRMS tape functionality, and alert monitoring

Soft Skills:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and client management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Flexible work arrangements (remote options available).