AS/400 Systems Engineer

Job Description

Day to Day:

Insight Global is seeking an IBM I On a typical day, the IBM i Lead System Administrator. This person takes ownership of the IBM i platform, serving as the final escalation point for technical issues. The role centers on maintaining platform stability and guiding its long-term direction while working closely with a managed service provider and internal application teams. Daily activities include reviewing system health, addressing escalations promptly, and advising on maintenance tasks to ensure high availability and resilience. The admin/engineer makes independent decisions about system changes and risk mitigation, keeping leadership informed of recommendations. Collaboration with vendors and operations teams is frequent to align technical execution with business needs.

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Skills and Requirements

Requirements:

• IBM I v7 OS

• Creation of User Profiles and Permissions management

• Application of PTF's, CUM's system saves and IPL management

• PowerVM hypervisor

• PowerHA SystemMirror

• IMB ACS client

• VIOS management and upgrades

• HMC management and upgrades

Working Knowledge:

• Basic Networking

• iDoctor

• Performance Navigator

• Jira - Ansible