Role: IBM iSeries / As400 Specialist (IBM iSeries, VIOS, SANs and IBM switches)
Required Skills & Technical Expertise: 4+ years of strong experience on:
Core iSeries
Expert knowledge in IBM iSeries, VIOS, SANs and IBM switches
Mandatory Experience with IBM VIOS, SAN replication, external storage, and MQ (preferred).
Location: Candidates will need to be based in US and can work remotely from anywhere in US.
This role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship, now or in the future
Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2026
About the Role
The iSeries role focuses on maintaining, monitoring, and supporting IBM i (iSeries) environments. This includes handling incidents, ensuring uptime, performing routine maintenance, and escalating complex issues to higher support tiers. The role ensures smooth system operations, security, and optimal performance. This role requires strong IBM i technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
System Monitoring & First Line Support
Monitor IBM iSeries environments and ensure adherence to service-level standards.
Manage incident, problem, change, and request tickets in systems like ServiceNow..
Performance, Health, and Availability
Maintain the health of iSeries systems including Power8/Power9/Power10 servers.
Monitor CPU, DASD usage, and system performance; identify and resolve bottlenecks.
Provide support for messaging services and secure system environments.
System Maintenance & Upgrades
Assist with hardware/software upgrades, fixes, and patching.
Support system enhancements and configuration management.
Conduct regular audits and help implement security measures.
System & Network Skills
Experience with TCP/IP, network monitoring, and related tools.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary for the position is between $75,000/year - $90,000/year and depends on experience and other qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.
Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Acerca de nosotros
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) es arquitecto de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que traduce la inversión en inteligencia artificial en valor empresarial real mediante soluciones de IA de stack completo adaptadas a cada cliente. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, los procesos y la ingeniería le permite integrar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan un impacto real en el negocio y mantienen a las grandes empresas globales un paso adelante en un mundo en constante cambio. Para más información, visita www.cognizant.es o síguenos en @cognizant.
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