Senior iSeries Technical Analyst

Job Description

Syntax is a leader in providing cloud and implementation services for JD Edwards. We are both an Oracle Platinum Partner and an IBM Premier Partner with locations in Canada and the US.

We are looking, for a remote employee anywhere in the US.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director Cloud and Infrastructure, the Sr. iSeries technical Analyst is responsible for management, administration, and maintenance of all the IBM i systems within set constraints and reacts appropriately to situations. The Sr. iSeries Technical Analyst is required to utilize industry standard tools to report performance statistics and pinpoint effects of new design elements for application optimization. This person interacts with other groups to accomplish business objectives within procedural policies.

Responsibilities

Provides overall system administration, support and maintenance of operating system and network connectivity for all iSeries systems;
Monitors and respond to hardware and software alarms using appropriate problem determination tools.
Monitors enterprise-level Power systems to maintain performance levels within set constraints and react appropriately to situations
Troubleshoots errors related to the AS400 hardware, operating system, data base and third party software
Manages installation of AS400 and DB2 software CUMs and PTFs.
Manages jobs and system messages.
Contributes to project activities by supporting system architecture, technical design and implementation.
Performs AS400 disaster recovery activities: plan, documentation, implementation and testing.
Performs AS400 LPARS capacity planning, operating system and resources related tuning and optimisation to ensure maximum system uptime and performance
Utilizes performance management tools for IBM i and projects future trending in order to recommend proper upgrade specifications
Produces and updates IBM itechnical and operations documentations.
Performs backup and restore operations
Manages system and user security
Identifies effects of new product offerings on infrastructure and proposes design ideas
Researches latest Power technology developments in order to design, spec, and implement the latest and best available technologies
Will be required to work afterhours on weekends

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in information systems or comparable experience.
10 or more years of experience administering enterprise-level IBM i Power systems.
AS 400 related certifications a plus.
Understanding of TCP/IP, Telnet, FTP, network sharing, DDM, HTTP, VPN, routing, switching, DNS, and digital certificates.
knowledge of high availability solutions (MIMIX, iTera, iCluster, etc.) is required
Extensive knowledge in all areas of the AS/400 including : iSeries Security, Work Management, Capacity & Performance, Communication, BRMS, CL Programming, LPAR configuration, HMC configuration and utilization
Required experience maintaining infrastructure through patching and troubleshooting
Hands-on experience working within an enterprise wide datacenter environment is desired
Experience working in a virtualized environment (Partition mobility , AIX, etc)
Knowledge of IBM V3700 or V9000 storage arrays
Knowledge of IBM Flex technology
Knowledge of JD Edwards
Ability to handle multiple projects and prioritize tasks.
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Ability to react quickly and appropriately to high pressure/high impact situations and determine the best solution
Ability to learn new technologies quickly
Ability to take the lead, as appropriate
Ability to maintain excellent customer service, internal and external

Canadian Citizens and those authorized to work in Canada are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Email your resume highlighting your relevant experience. Reference 9105-5i.

NOTE: Unfortunately, we will not be able to reply to applicants who do not meet the above criteria.

Since 1972, Syntax has been providing comprehensive technology solutions to businesses of all sizes throughout North America with thousands of customers trusting Syntax with their IT services and ERP needs. Since 1997, Syntax has focused on JD Edwards EnterpriseOne and JD Edwards World while supporting and enhancing its SDM product line. Today, as an Oracle Platinum Partner and IBM Premier Partner, Syntax is a leader in providing cloud and implementation services for JD Edwards. From their multiple offices in Canada and across the U.S., Syntax delivers a leading combination of software, services and cloud solutions to meet the needs of its diverse range of customers. Syntax’s cloud offerings, including their best in class Enterprise Cloud for ERP continues to grow and accelerate; a unique offering that safely hosts and manages critical business applications.

Job Type: Full-time

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