Job Details
Job Location
Corporate Headquarters - Oklahoma City, OK
Description
Job Summary
Express Employment International is seeking a skilled Power i System Administrator to join our team in Oklahoma City, OK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing and maintaining IBM Power i/ISA Power 9 and Power 10 (formerly AS/400 or iSeries) systems in a multi-user environment. This role will involve collaborating with various teams to ensure the smooth operation of our Power i infrastructure, implementing system enhancements, and providing technical support as needed.
Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer IBM Power i systems, including hardware, operating system, and related software.
• Install, configure, and maintain Power i hardware components, peripherals, and associated devices.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, and security, and implement appropriate adjustments and enhancements.
• Perform system backups, disaster recovery planning, and routine maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate Power i systems with existing infrastructure and applications.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and IT staff on Power i-related matters.
• 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.
• Manage and operate the Hardware Management Console (HMC) for Power i systems.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends related to Power i systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to system emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Power i System Administrator or similar role.
• Proficiency in administering IBM Power i systems, including IBM i OS, hardware management, and related technologies.
• Strong knowledge of IBM Power Systems architecture, virtualization, and storage concepts.
• Experience with system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
• Familiarity with backup and recovery procedures for Power i systems.
• Experience implementing and managing Power HA solutions for system high availability and disaster recovery.
• Proficiency in configuring and maintaining IBM i Access for remote access and administration.
• Experience managing the Hardware Management Console (HMC) for Power i systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., IBM Certified System Administrator - IBM i) preferred.

Join our dynamic team in Oklahoma City and play a key role in maintaining the stability and performance of our Power i infrastructure. If you have the skills and experience required for this position, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our organization's success.