IBM I Power Administrator

• Manage and administer IBM Power i systems, including installation and configuration of hardware, operating system, and related components, peripherals.

• Performs daily monitoring of system performance, capacity and security, verifying the integrity and availability of all hardware, server resources, systems and key processes, reviewing system and application logs, and verifying completion of scheduled jobs such as backups.

• Perform scheduled (daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly) backup operations, ensuring all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media.

• Implement and manage Power HA (High Availability) solutions for system redundancy and failover protection.

• Configure and maintain IBM i Access (formerly known as Client Access) for remote access and administration and manage and operate the Hardware Management Console (HMC) for Power i systems.

• Perform routine performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required and execute scheduled tasks/activities as identified within the customer's environment.

• Works with clients for problem determination and communicates directly with clients for resolution of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure in the network environment per defined SLAs, within the company's ticketing system.

• Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices and maintains detailed technical documents.

• Accepts assignments to assist or lead project-based work. Participates in client onboarding, delivery/field projects, or internal projects to improve our services.

• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to system emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.

• Continually works toward the development of their technical skill set(s) to better serve the Netrix Global organization and its clients.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 6+ years' experience in IBM Power Systems administration, troubleshooting and maintenance of environments running the IBM i OS on Power-based hardware (Power 8/10 and higher, P-Series I-Series, AS/400, AIX operations experience supporting a production (7×24) environment)

• Strong OS, Hardware, Software troubleshooting and OS/Application Security Mitigation skills alongside IBM Power Systems architecture, virtualization, and storage concepts

• Familiarity with backup and recovery procedures for Power i systems and managing Power HA Solutions for system High Availability and DR

• Certification of IBM Power System or AS400 or AIX is preferred or Relevant certifications (e.g., IBM Certified System Administrator - IBM i) preferred.

• High standards of service to users/customers and team oriented.

• Excellent written, verbal presentation, and organizational communication skills.

• Organization and time management skills.

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