Websphere Administrator Job Id: W280574 Posted On: 1/4/2010
Location: New York, NY;
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $90000.00 to $95000.00/year
Degree: Bachelor
Description Administration of WebSphere Application Server on Linux including the installing, configuring, upgrading, and tuning of multiple WebSphere Application servers, ensure compatibility of supporting software and services such as Java, Linux, and third party applications, support for Java developers and Java tools in deploying applications to WebSphere. Work closely with Software Configuration Management Team for QA, UAT and Production migrations and releases. Prepare procedure for BACKUP, ROLLBACK and ROLLOUT of application deployments and configurations. PYTHON Scripting for Build Automation and Unix Shell scripting for automating WAS related scripts.

Job responsibilities:

Maintain and manage IBM Iseries operating system, hardware resources, and software products via installation and working with the vendor for resolution. Install new hardware when applicable.
Administer WebSphere Application Servers and related components across all development, test and production environments.
Assist Operations with Disaster Recovery planning by evaluating current test plan and conducting recovery practices.
Determine cost effective backup strategies while ensuring an efficient recovery process. Analyze and recommend backup media retention policies
Develop and implement appropriate Security Policies
Assist IT development staff with analyzing software and hardware performance concerns and determine best usage of system internals or capabilities.
Participate in companys customized Unified Pension Systems (UPS) software design sessions when new or advanced system capabilities are required.
Liaison with LAN group in analyzing network related problems.
Write programs/utilities to be used by staff and to assist in job duties.

Requirements/Skills
Demonstrate knowledge of programming languages and techniques.
Demonstrate networking techniques such as TCP/IP, SNA etc.
Expert knowledge in analyzing and identifying WebSphere application performance issues.
Ability to work in a dynamic environment with developers and the change management team to ensure that WebSphere applications run correctly. Troubleshoot with the System Architect and System support teams,
Familiarity with Linux sufficient to administer WAS on Redhat Enterprise.
Understanding of SOA architecture, TCP/IP communications, Change Management and Networking.


Education and Experience

Bachelors Degree in a technical discipline such as Computer Science, Information Services, or related field.

3 years experience in a large local area network environment designing and analyzing network systems.

Knowledge of hardware and software installation, testing, and operation; knowledge of application of computer software for automating highly diverse agency/organization activities.
Requires effective verbal and written communications skills to consult with management, business partners and vendors.
Requires effective verbal and written communications skills to consult with management, business partners and vendors.
Knowledge of local area network concepts and fundamentals.
Highly motivated, self-starter, willing to mentor.

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