Job title: Multiple IBM Engineers
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: negotiable
Job published: 22/04/2025

Job Description

Job Title: IBM Engineers – IBB Maintain Services

Security Clearance: NV1

Duration: Initial 12 months with 1 x 12-month extension

Industry: Information Technology

Functional Expertise: Engineering – Systems & Infrastructure

Sub-functional Expertise: IBM Middleware and Security Platforms

Location of work: Canberra

Working arrangements: On-site

Closing date: 9AM Monday, 28 April 2025

Description:

Our client is seeking experienced IBM Engineers to support IBB Maintain Services across multiple IBM technologies. The role involves upgrading and migrating legacy IBM platforms to virtual environments, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards, and maintaining critical middleware and security services. This position is based in Canberra and requires NV1 clearance.

Responsibilities:

  • Upgrade and migrate IBM DataPower Gateway appliances from physical to virtual environments

  • Replace and upgrade IBM WebSphere MQ and IBM Integration Bus with the latest supported versions

  • Deploy and configure IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE)

  • Install and migrate IBM Security Directory Suite (ISDS) and IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM)

  • Conduct firewall rule updates and request new VM provisioning

  • Manage testing phases including system, performance, and security validation

  • Coordinate with stakeholders for connectivity testing and service cutovers

  • Perform risk and compliance assessments in line with government cybersecurity frameworks

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in IBM middleware platforms (DataPower, MQ, ACE/IIB)

  • Experience with IBM security platforms (ISAM, ISDS)

  • Knowledge of virtualisation and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments

  • Ability to perform firewall configurations and system migrations

  • Strong understanding of cybersecurity compliance and testing

  • Excellent documentation and communication skills

Key Capabilities:

  • IBM WebSphere MQ

  • IBM Integration Bus (IIB) / App Connect Enterprise (ACE)

  • IBM DataPower Gateway

  • IBM Security Directory Suite (ISDS)

  • IBM Security Access Manager (ISAM)

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)

  • Virtualisation and system migration

  • Network and firewall configuration

  • Security and performance testing

Essential Criteria:

  • Demonstrated experience upgrading and migrating IBM DataPower Gateway appliances

  • Experience with IBM MQ, IIB/ACE installation and configuration

  • Ability to package software into RPM files and install via RPM

  • Experience with firewall rule configurations and managing IP address updates

  • Proven capability in migrating identity management systems like ISAM and ISDS

  • Experience with system cutover and integration testing

  • NV1 security clearance

How to apply:

Please submit your application including your resume and a completed application form addressing the essential criteria. Ensure your application highlights your experience and any relevant certifications.