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Coilcraft

IBM iSeries System Administrator

Cary, IL

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented IBM iSeries / Infor XA System Operator to manage and monitor our core ERP environment. This role is responsible for maintaining system stability ...

Coilcraft

IBM iSeries System Administrator

Cary, IL · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented IBM iSeries / Infor XA System Operator to manage and monitor our core ERP environment. This role is responsible for maintaining system stability ...

Coilcraft

IBM iSeries System Administrator

Cary, IL · On-site

$60K - $100K/yr

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented IBM iSeries / Infor XA System Operator to manage and monitor our core ERP environment. This role is responsible for maintaining system stability ...

NewGen

Linux System Administrator

Annapolis, MD · On-site

This role requires hands-on expertise with IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, and ... Responsibilities * Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in a production ...

Bespoke Technologies, Inc.

$100 - $140/hr

This role requires hands‑on expertise with IBM Enterprise Storage, Veritas NetBackup, and ... Administer, maintain, and optimize Linux-based systems in a production environment * Manage and ...

ESM

System Administrator - Senior

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$89K - $109K/yr

We are hiring a System Administrator- Senior to support an enterprise-level program within a ... IBM MQ v9.4 Administrator - Professional or newer certificate Minimum Clearance * Top Secret ...

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An IBM System Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting IBM-based systems and servers. They ensure system performance, security, and reliability by performing software updates, monitoring system health, and resolving technical issues. Their duties often include managing IBM AIX, IBM i (AS/400), or other IBM enterprise systems, along with user access management and disaster recovery planning. IBM System Administrators work closely with IT teams to optimize system efficiency and minimize downtime.

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As an IBM System Administrator, your daily responsibilities typically include monitoring system performance, installing and configuring servers, managing user accounts, and applying system updates or patches. You will also troubleshoot hardware and software issues, ensure system backups are running properly, and maintain documentation for auditing and support purposes. Collaboration with other IT staff, such as network administrators and help desk teams, is common to resolve cross-functional issues and plan for infrastructure improvements. These responsibilities help ensure uninterrupted operations and high system availability for the organization.

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To thrive as an IBM System Administrator, you need a solid understanding of IBM server hardware, mainframe systems, AIX or IBM i operating systems, and experience with scripting and automation, often backed by a relevant degree or certification such as IBM Certified System Administrator. Familiarity with tools like IBM Power Systems, HMC management, virtualization technologies, and backup/restore solutions is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills help set candidates apart in this role. These skills ensure reliable system performance, quick issue resolution, and smooth collaboration with IT teams, which are critical for maintaining business operations.

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System Administrator

Syntricate Technologies

San Jose, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Syntricate Technologies is looking for a System Administrator to manage day-to-day operations of all Linux/Unix based servers. The role involves monitoring systems, troubleshooting, and providing application support while maintaining documentation.
Responsibilities:
• This person would be responsible for the day-to-day administration of all Linux/Unix based servers.
• This includes monitoring the trouble ticket queue, system troubleshooting, hardware and software system changes, scripting, patching, system performance monitoring, system sizing, system integration, upgrade implementation, and hardware diagnostics.
• This person would work with application administrators to help troubleshoot and fine-tune applications and if required guide application administrators in best practices related to using the underlying UNIX infrastructure.
• Maintain all system documentation.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Excellent hands-on experience with RHEL/Suse/AIX including lvm device configuration and management, NIM, VIO, Jumpstart, IBM HMC, Yum/Satellite/RMT, networking, Veritas, etc.
• Good at scripting – shell or Python for automation
• Proven ability to perform UNIX builds such as AIX, RHEL, Suse
• Working knowledge of VMWare vCenter, System imaging, TCP/IP functionality, networking, Remote administration systems (iLOM, ILO or iDRAC) a must Client, IBM and Dell rack-mount server hardware knowledge
• Must have strong communication skills and ability to work individually and within a team.
Preferred:
• Working knowledge of Configuration management tool such as SaltStack would be a plus.
Company:
Syntricate Technologies offers quality assurance, validation, regulatory, business analysis, and project management services. Founded in 2004, the company is headquartered in Boston, USA, with a team of 51-200 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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