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# Systems Administrator III

- **Company:** Horizontal Talent
- **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $118,560.0 - $191,360.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Server Applications, Business Software, Unix, Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, Database Connection, Disaster Recovery, Middleware, Failover, File Transfer, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), IBM Websphere Application Server, Jython, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Ansible, Shell Script, SSL Certificate Management, Scripting, Load Balancing, System Availability, Gitlab, Xl Deploy, Terraform
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/76126140-systems-administrator-iii

## About the Role

* Strong hands-on experience as a WebSphere Application Server Administrator
 * Solid understanding of IBM WebSphere version 8.5.5 and 9 ND edition
 * Advanced UNIX administration and scripting skills, including shell scripting
 * Experience with Python and/or Jython scripting
 * Knowledge of middleware troubleshooting, installations, and configuration management
 * Familiarity with security configuration, certificate management, and performance tuning
 * Experience supporting MQ, file transfer, and database connectivity with WebSphere
 * Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with technical teams
 * Comfort with change management processes and production support practices

Preferred Skills

 * Experience with WebSphere Liberty or other WebSphere-related platforms
 * Exposure to XL Deploy or similar automation tools
 * Hands-on Ansible automation experience
 * Familiarity with CI/CD practices and GitLab
 * Working knowledge of AWS and Terraform
 * Background supporting enterprise-scale applications and infrastructure

## Description

We're looking for a seasoned Systems Administrator with deep IBM WebSphere expertise to support critical applications in a remote environment. This role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex middleware challenges, improving automation, and partnering closely with technical teams to keep systems running smoothly., * Provide ongoing IBM WebSphere application server administration and middleware support for critical business applications

 * Install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain WebSphere environments, including application server, HTTP, Java, and plugin components
 * Support high availability, failover, disaster recovery, and security-related configurations
 * Manage junctions, certificates, load balancing, and performance tuning activities
 * Develop and maintain automation solutions using Ansible, Python, and shell scripting
 * Collaborate with development, operations, and security partners to identify and implement automation opportunities
 * Document processes, procedures, and best practices to support long-term maintainability
 * Share knowledge and help strengthen in-house expertise through collaboration and mentoring
 * Investigate and resolve complex technical issues across automated and middleware environments
 * Continuously improve automation frameworks for scalability and reliability