robert rock REQUEST RESUME

IBMi System Admin

AVAILABLE   |   Permanent   |   Contract   |   Remote Only   |   Recruiters OK   |   US   |   Posted on Sep 09, 2021

https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-r-0057a2154/

SUMMARY

Great analytical skills

Commitment to deadlines

Strong organizational skills

Works well under pressure

Effectively handle multiple tasks  

Well regarded for interpersonal skills

Excellent listening and communication skills 

Demonstrated ability to acquire and apply knowledge rapidly

 

 

 

 

SKILLSET

Languages: CLP / QUERY400 / FTP / SDA

Operating Platforms:  IBMi (iSeries/AS400) / HMC

Client/Server Software: Office 365 / Navigator for I / (ACS) i

Access /Client Access /Service Now / IBM Notes / Microsoft Teams

IBMi Software:  Helpsystems Scheduler-Alert-Console- QSystem

Monitor  / TAATOOL / IBM Connect:Direct / Hawkeye-Pathfinder

DBU / Aquestview / EZView / Advanced Job Scheduler / BRMS

Performance Navigator


My Specialties

Aarorn Technologies, Inc. (FIS/TCS) - Toronto, ON, CA                                                                                                                                 Sept 2020 – Current

AS/400 administrator – Banking Migrations Specialist

  • Performed LANSA (IDE) release upgrades, deployments to test and production LPARS
  • Configured and supported new LANSA upgrades
  • Setup and configured iNavigator and iAccess/Navigator for I, for use on selected LPARS
  • Managed, created calendars, and setup scheduled jobs using (AJS) Advance Job Scheduler
  • Created CL/CLP programs and commands to automate and simplify migration installations.
  • Used FTP to transfer data to remote systems
  • Provided support for application team by running production critical jobs and creating reports.
  • Documented of all critical processes used during our migration activities.
  • Collaborated with team members and staff and assisting with updating documentation and installation procedures.
  • Trained new members as needed within our FIS/TCS applications, processes and general responsibilities

 

Mueller Water Company - Decatur, IL                                                                                                                                                 Nov 2019 – Jan 2020

AS400 Administrator/Operations Support                                                                                              

  • IBM iSeries administration, user security, data archiving, and configuration
  • Setup and configured iNavigator and iAccess /Navigator for I, for use on selected LPARS
  • User administration using Active Directory, JDE user administration, and AS400 user administration
  • Assisted end users and other IT staff with systems and technical problems
  • HMC maintenance and system performance – firmware and OS upgrade
  • Managed, created and setup scheduled jobs using (AJS) Advance Job Scheduler
  • Performed security auditing using QAUDJRN, history files, and system logs to audit system
  • Provided 1st and 2nd level support for a variety of hardware, software, and network issues
  • Supported  AS400,  Windows 7 and 10, and Microsoft applications
  • PTF Management (Cumulative, Group, and Hyper’s)
  • Administered (user additions, modifications, deletions. and applying JDE ESU’s)  JDE One World
  • Remote printer setup, management, and troubleshooting
  • Supported and troubleshot different types of client desktops, laptops, barcode/laser printers, tablets, scanners and phones
  • Created and maintained the IBM AJS and native job scheduler
  • Worked with appropriate team/vendors to troubleshoot and resolve application issues

 

Syllogis Teks / Guerbet - Chesterfield, Mo                                                                                                                                       June 2019 – Oct  2019

AS400 Administrator                                                                                                                               

  • Primarily responsible for the maintenance and administration of IBMi servers, including message handling, command line utilities, work management, job and print control, and system security
  • Setup and configured iNavigator and iAccess/Navigator for I for use on selected LPARS
  • Used Service Now ticketing system to enter and work from tickets in our queue
  • Used Performance Navigator, and AS400 performance monitor to monitor system performance
  • Managed, created and setup scheduled jobs using (AJS) Advance Job Scheduler
  • Performed security auditing for tracking of secure objects, attempted access, etc.
  • Used FTP distribute (catalogs) PTF’s across LPARS.
  • PTF Management (Cumulative, Group, and Hyper’s) across 4 LPAR’s 
  • Created CL/CLP programs and commands to automate and simplify daily responsibilities.
  • Set user and object security using authorization lists and group profiles.
  • Retrieved user profile, object deletion, or modification history information using audit journals
  • Saves and restores using BRMS.
  • Utilized IBM i Access/iNavigator to manage systems and IFS Database.
  • Vendor contact when needed for problem resolution and application upgrades.
  • Administered (user security additions, modification, deletions. and applying JDE ESU’s) JDE One World
  • Backup administrator for MKS Implementer

 

VLS Systems / ULINE - Pleasant Prairie, WI                                                                                                                                              July 2017 to Dec 2018

IBM i system engineer          

  • Primarily responsibilities:  Maintenance and administration of IBMi servers, including message handling, command line utilities, work management, job and print control, and system security
  • Setup and configured iNavigator and iAccess /Navigator for I for use on selected LPARS
  • Provided technical support over through email, phone, and in person
  • PTF Management (Cumulative, Group, and Hyper’s) across 13 LPAR’s between 2 Power 8’s
  • Created CL/CLP programs and commands to automate and simplify daily responsibilities.
  • Created screens and menus using SDA
  • Used SQL/Query400 to run reports, create/drop tables and/or insert data.
  • Used FTP and remote image catalogs to distribute PTF’s across LPARS.
  • Managed user jobs using Robot Scheduler and Advanced Job Scheduler.
  • Daily monitoring and supporting MIMIX; correcting MIMIX object audit errors, re-syncing  data groups, creating data groups when needed, modified existing DG’s, and participated in MIMIX updates and failovers, and participated in periodic role-swap testing
  • Set user and object security using authorization lists and group profiles.
  • Performed security auditing using QAUDJRN for tracking of secure objects, attempted access, etc.
  • Worked with internal auditing to perform testing of security and processes
  • Retrieved user profile, object deletion, or modification history information using audit journals
  • Assisted  in managing  LPARS between 4 POWER 7+ systems 
  • Utilized IBM i Access/iNavigator to manage systems and IFS Database.
  • Utilized IBM ACS to manage SSL certs on system using the Digital Certificate Manager (DCM)
  • ODBC performance problem isolation and resolution using performance tools such as iDoctor and Performance Navigator, and AS400 performance monitor; STRPFRT

 

SyllogisTeks / Caleres - Clayton, MO                                                                                                                                                               Jan 2016 – June 2017

AS400 Engineer II                                                                                                                               

  • Primarily responsible for the maintenance and administration of IBMi servers, including message handling, command line utilities, work management, job and print control, and security setup.
  • Supported channels and queue monitoring
  • PTF Management (Cumulative, Group, and Hyper’s) across systems and LPAR’s.
  • Created CL/CLP programs and commands to simplify daily responsibilities.
  • Created screens and menus using SDA
  • Used FTP and remote image catalogs to distribute PTF’s across LPARS.
  • Managed user jobs using Robot Scheduler.
  • Set user and object security using authorization lists and group profiles.
  • Retrieved user profile, object deletion, or modification history information using audit journals
  • Installed SSL certs on HMC and SSL certs on system using the Digital Certificate Manager (DCM)
  • Utilized SharePoint and OneNote for documentation maintaining system instructions, procedures and policies.
  • Utilized iNavigator to manage systems and IFS Database.
  • Maintained DR plan, including routine testing/practice and implementation.
  • Monitored upgraded, and managed 24+ LPARS between 2 POWER 7+ systems using HMC 8.8.5
  • Managed system storage using Help systems QSystem Monitor.
  • Provided support for production, test and development environments.
  • Shared off hours on call escalation point for any IBMi/Windows related issues.
  • Vendor contact when needed for problem resolution and our application upgrades.



Geographic Preferences:

  1. US

Security Clearances:

  1. N/A

Disciplines