iSeries Systems Administrator II in Southeast Alabama

iSeries Systems Administrator II
To perform a broad range of complex tasks in the implementation and maintenance of management information systems; to provide technical support for a combination of iSeries servers, external storage systems, software, and peripheral equipment. Will work in a 24-7-365 complex data center environment requiring proficiency in a wide array of technical fields.

* Responsible for all aspects of AAA Cooper Transportation's IBM iSeries environment.
* Responsible for managing IBM iSeries technology resources that support production and test operations for Lawson Financial Suites of Applications.
* Perform/manage system maintenance and upgrades of i5/OS and 3rd party software products; includes operating system upgrades and patch or PTF application across multiple systems. Requires knowledge of system recovery if necessary.
* Responsible for monitoring performance across multiple systems and the local network, managing disk capacity, and making recommendations for improvement as necessary.
* Investigate and perform risk remediation for assigned hardware/software events; work with peers and vendors to resolve outstanding issues.
* Able to communicate effectively and work in a team-oriented environment; will support applications development, networking, and other departments as necessary.
* Collaborate with peers and technology and business leaders to ensure that business objectives are achieved.
* Understand and conform to AAA Cooper standards, processes, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
* Follow accepted project methodologies, life cycle development standards, and AAA Cooper Transportation Technology Services policies and procedures in developing and implementing changes.
Required Skills:

* Requires demonstrated knowledge of iSeries systems.
* Experience with configuring and troubleshooting hardware and network resources such as I/O devices, TCP/IP connections, printers, tape and media library, and DASD.
* Understanding of data protection and recovery methodologies.
* Experience with HMC (Hardware Management Console), CL programming, BRMS or similar save/restore operations, printer control, system performance monitoring and a basic knowledge of IP networking protocol.
Optional Desired Skills:

* Knowledge of DR/HA and business continuity methodologies and solutions.
* Knowledge of external storage technology such as IBM DS8000 or similar.
* Knowledge of virtualization methodologies and solutions.
* Knowledge of HelpSystems products.
Other:

* Mon - Fri, 8:00 - 5:00 p.m. with some weekend work, as required.
* Travel for training and/or remote site maintenance possible.
* Participate in on call rotation and provide support as required.

Email Resume and Salary requirements to:

Robert.gray@xxxxxxxxxxxxx<mailto:Robert.gray@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>


Robert Gray
Manager Systems Administration
AAA Cooper Transportation
1751 Kinsey Road
Dothan, AL 36303
334.836.8239 Work


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