IBM iSeries / AS400 Specialist

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., 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.

Required Skills & Technical Expertise: 4+ years of strong experience on:

• Core iSeries
• Expert knowledge in IBM iSeries/
• Experience with IBM VIOS, SAN replication, external storage, and MQ (preferred)., Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.

Paid parental leave, Employee stock purchase plan, Parental leave, 401(k), Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Dental insurance, 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

The Cognizant community: We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. * Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. * We don't just dream of a better way - we make it happen. * We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what's right. * We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that's right for you., Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization's unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.