Job Title: AS400 Infrastructure Operations Support Engineer
Job Location: Cincinnati - Ohio - USA
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
- Installation Configuration and Upgrades Set up and maintain AS400 systems including software upgrades and patches using tools like IBM i Access Client Solutions ACS and IBM Navigator for i
- Storage Management Allocate storage space manage libraries and objects and plan for future storage needs using tools like IBM i Disk Management and BRMS Backup Recovery and Media Services
- User Management Create and manage user accounts assign permissions and control access to the system using IBM Security Access Manager and IBM i User Profiles
- Security Implement and maintain security measures to protect AS400 systems from unauthorized access and breaches using IBM i Security Tools and IBM Guardium
- Monitoring Proactively monitor system performance identify bottlenecks and take corrective actions using tools like IBM Performance Tools for i and IBM i Performance Navigator
- Tuning Tune system parameters SQL queries and indexes to optimize performance using IBM i SQL Performance Analyzer and IBM i Performance Data Investigator
- Backups Regularly back up systems to ensure data protection and disaster recovery using tools like BRMS and IBM i SaveRestore
- Recovery Restore systems from backups and resolve data corruption issues using BRMS and IBM i Recovery Tools
- Data Modeling Work with data architects to design and implement efficient database schemas using tools like IBM Data Studio and IBM InfoSphere Data Architect
- Data Validation Ensure data accuracy and consistency through data validation and integrity checks using IBM InfoSphere QualityStage
- Developer Support Collaborate with developers to design and implement new system features and applications using tools like IBM Rational Developer for i and IBM i Access Client Solutions
- User Support Provide training and support to users on how to access and use AS400 systems
- Problem Solving Identify and resolve system issues errors and performance problems using tools like IBM i Service Tools and IBM i System Logs
- Documentation Maintain documentation of system configurations procedures and troubleshooting steps using tools like Confluence and SharePoint
- Monitor and manage the health and performance of AS400 systems
- Perform routine maintenance tasks including updates patches and backups
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to AS400 systems
- Collaborate with other IT teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and operation of AS400 systems
- Provide support and training to endusers and IT staff
- Maintain and update system documentation and procedures
- Stay upto date with the latest AS400 technologies and best practices
Mandatory Skills : AS400 - Cobol CL/400 AS/400 COBOL400