Mainframe System Administrator Apprentice

Introduction
System Administrators are the gatekeepers to the many systems that run our company and our clients. As a System Admin with IBM you will have the opportunity to provide high-value IT services and leverage our leading-edge technology portfolio in our global network. Your work has a direct impact on the day-to-day productivity of our business by ensuring integrity of and access to our most important resource: data.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Are you interested in pursuing a systems administration career? Are you someone that has a foundational understanding of systems administration but want to take a less traditional path to achieve it?

As a Mainframe System Administrator at IBM you’ll work with other System Administrators Systems Programmers network and application teams to perform daily activities ranging in complexity and will be responsible for the installation configuration upkeep and reliable operation of one or more client environments. You may also work closely with Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) to customize application solutions and tools to help improve the value of the z Systems platform to our clients.

Throughout your apprenticeship you’ll work as part of a diverse team to support our clients as they use our systems to outthink the competition. You’ll learn the fundamentals of mainframe computing and will master skills like: deploying and managing operating systems implementing monitoring configuration management and reporting executing change management implementing system security coding JCL and writing simple REXX programs.

Our apprenticeship program will give you the opportunity to build your skills to grow your career as a Mainframe System Administrator.

What is an Apprenticeship?
IBM Apprenticeship Program which lasts approximately 12 months is an official registered apprenticeship recognized by the Department of Labor (DOL). Every graduate of a Registered Apprenticeship program receives a nationally-recognized credential from the DOL.

During the apprenticeship duration you will be required to complete specific learning hours and on-the-job training that has been outlined to ensure you are developing the skills and competencies essential to the role. You will be able to learn and grow at your own pace but we expect most apprentices will complete their learning within 12 months. Once you graduate and receive your certificate from our apprentice program you will be eligible to apply to available full-time roles at IBM.

Who you Are
An apprenticeship is about learning. We’re seeking candidates who have the following requirements but we know you’re just getting your career started and we’re committed to helping you learn and grow. If you’ve had some experience with mainframes or coding/development in the past you’re exactly the type of candidate we’re looking for.

To be successful you need:

• Drive and eagerness to learn
• Strong problem solving critical thinking organization and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take initiative as well as work collaboratively and contribute to an agile team environment
• Some basic knowledge or experience in ONE or more of the following is preferred:
• Mainframe hardware and systems functions
• Installing troubleshooting operating testing planning or configuring relevant technologies
• Reading and interpreting mainframe system/application program dumps and traces
• Proficiency in the use of applications running on Windows and Linux workstations

What’s the Experience?
As an apprentice you’ll join with other apprentices in a local cohort. You’ll go through your first few weeks together learning about IBM and the skills you’ll be attaining throughout your apprenticeship. Then you’ll work with your managers and mentors to progress through your personal skills roadmap learning and demonstrating new knowledge and competencies through hands-on application with your project teams. You’ll complete milestones along the way earning digital credentials to validate your skills and will come back together with other apprentices to participate in ongoing training and development focused on your professional and technical skills. Best of all you are a contributing member of your team putting forward ideas taking on responsibilities and making choices about how you get the job done just like any other IBMer.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. No relocation is available for this position.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance with the US government.

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Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Willingness to complete the requirements of the apprenticeship program
• 0 – 2 years work experience in a customer-oriented role

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• None