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At PwC, our people in infrastructure focus on designing and implementing robust, secure IT systems that support business operations. They enable the smooth functioning of networks, servers, and data centres to optimise performance and minimise downtime. Those in cloud operations at PwC will focus on managing and optimising cloud infrastructure and services to enable seamless operations and high availability for clients. You will be responsible for monitoring, troubleshooting, and implementing industry leading practices for cloud-based systems. Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow. Skills Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to: Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others. Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems. Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts. Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy. Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing. Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas. Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations. Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements. iSeries Administrator As an iSeries Administrator at PwC, you will be performing system configuration, maintenance, security, and performance testing on IBM iSeries environments. This role will involve collaborating with other internal and third party IT teams/stakeholders to ensure the smooth operation and optimal performance of the iSeries environment. Job Responsibilities Be a member of a highly technical team with excellent demonstrable understanding of iSeries technologies including PowerHA: Performs Software installation, OS upgrade, server build / migration and maintenance Plans, schedules and performs proactive maintenance, including OS and 3rd software upgrades and PTF installation Performs capacity planning, Performance monitoring & tuning Creates and executes CL programs for various backup, monitoring and job scheduling activities Provides support for production, test and development environments Configuration/maintenance of all iSeries systems & related hardware Monitoring/ maintenance of communication between iSeries systems Preventive/scheduled maintenance and IPL of iSeries systems and to ensure optimum performance levels Maintains and monitor file systems, Security/authority administration and system auditing Develops documentation and deployment plans in support of the production environment Serves as an escalation point for iSeries issues with the user community Communicates status/issues to management on a regular basis Interfaces with vendors on a regular basis to resolve technical issues BRMS management - Determine / implement backup/recovery plans Documentation & Tickets Handling Design, implement and maintain High availability solutions using IBM PowerHA on the iBM iSeries platform, including performing peridic role swaps to the DR sites and LPars. Required Skills Advanced knowledge of IBM I systems Systems Operations experience including job monitoring and scheduling, access management, and system maintenance 3-5 years IT systems and application administration and support, with extensive experience implementing enterprise-class technology solutions. Advanced knowledge of IBM i operating system sufficient to install, configure, implement, and administer systems/applications loaded thereon. Minimum 2-3 years' experience as a system operator. Ability to analyze a concept and devise an implementation plan utilizing all resources both internal and external. Proficiency in oral and written English language communication. Willingness to work cooperatively with others. Show more Show less
