Kforce has a client that is seeking a IBMi Senior Systems Administrator in San Diego, CA. Overview: The Senior Systems Administrator, IBMi plays an important role in the organization by performing a number of activities related to the company's Information Technology functions. The role is primarily responsible, under general to intermittent supervision, for helping ensure the functionality of company software and IT systems. The Senior System Administrator, IBMi installs software releases and system upgrades, evaluates and installs patches, resolves issues, maintains data backups, monitors system configuration, and performs other similar tasks. The candidate assists with projects related to his/her functional area by performing related IT tasks as assigned. Essential Functions: * Install software and provide support of applications residing on servers as needed * Analyze and monitor network security access, conducting user access reviews as necessary * Assist in maintaining policies, practices, and SOX controls related to field of expertise; Properly document policies, practices, and controls for future reference, updating information as needed * Ensure adequate backup and replication of all systems under direction from the IBM Systems Manager * Provide storage area network (SAN) support under direction from the IBM Systems Manager * Use expertise to support and provide guidance to Helpdesk and PC Specialists; help resolve escalated issues as needed * Assist with desktop related support and configuration tasks under the direction of the PC Manager * Monitor/maintain Production, HA and DR systems - backups, patching, storage, other duties as needed * Develop and distribution performance reporting using IBM tools * Perform off hours work and other duties as business needs arise