Sr Cloud Administrator - IBM

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What You'll Be Doing:

The IBM i System Administrator will be responsible for managing and supporting the IBM i (POWER) platform, ensuring system stability, security, and operational efficiency hosted in IBM Cloud. This role involves administration of IBM i environments, troubleshooting, and coordination with IBM Support, IBM Lab Services, and third-party vendors. The position requires strong technical expertise in IBM i systems and a proactive approach to problem-solving and system optimization.

Key Responsibilities

System Administration:
- Manage IBM i 7.4 environments housing production and non-production LPARs.- Perform system monitoring, maintenance, and upgrades.- Administer LPARS, storage, and related infrastructure on the Power 9 platform.

Problem Determination & Resolution:
- Utilize IBM i service tools for diagnostics.- Analyze logs and send required information to IBM for issue resolution.- Troubleshoot and resolve system-level issues promptly.

Security Management:
- Implement and maintain security updates.- Manage user profiles, object authorities, and security within third-party software packages.- Ensure compliance with organizational security standards.

Third-Party Tool Installation & Support:
- Install and configure third-party tools on IBM i Power systems.- Coordinate with IBM Lab Services for specialized engagements.

Operational Support:
- Monitor and manage Fortra Robot Scheduler alerts and job scheduling.- Participate in IBM i security updates and periodic system upgrades.

- Collaborate with engineering teams for application support.
- BRMS support and maintenance with FlashCopy integration.

- FalconStor VTL upgrades, maintenance, and support.

Vendor Coordination:
- Work closely with IBM Support and Lab Services for technical and consulting support.- Ensure timely delivery of contracted services and adherence to scope.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Expertise:
- Strong knowledge of IBM i systems administration on the POWER Platform.- Experience with IBMi service tools, LPAR management, and storage administration.- Familiarity with Fortra Robot Scheduler.

- BRMS and FalconStor VTL.

- IBM FlashCopy Toolkit.

Security & Compliance:
- Hands-on experience in managing IBM i security, user profiles, and object authorities.- Understanding of compliance requirements for enterprise systems.

Problem-Solving:
- Ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.- Skilled in log analysis and escalation to IBM support when necessary.

Communication & Coordination:
- Effective collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.- Ability to document processes and communicate technical details clearly.

Preferred Experience

.Familiarity with IBM Cloud based hosting.

.Experience working in large enterprise environments.

.Familiarity with third-party software packages integrated with IBM i.

.IBM Global Replication Service(GRS)

.Familiarity with RPG programming.

To ensure a secure hiring process we have implemented several identity verification steps, including submission of a government issued photo ID. We conduct identity verification during interviews, and final interviews may require onsite attendance. All candidates must complete a comprehensive background check, in-person I-9 verification, and may be subject to drug screening prior to employment. The use of artificial intelligence tools during interviews is prohibited and monitored. Misrepresentation will result in immediate disqualification from consideration.

Mandatory Requirements:

Employees must have a high-speed broadband internet connection with a minimum speed of50 Mbpsand the ability to set up a wired connection to their home network to ensure effective remote work. These requirements may be updated as needed by the business.

Evolent Health is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.