Senior IBM DataPower Administrator at Valleysoft

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

IBM Datapower, API Management, Security Protocols, Linux, Unix, Troubleshooting, Documentation, Communication, Networking, TLS, OAuth2, JWT, LDAP, SAML, CI/CD, Automation

Industry

Software Development

Description

Valleysoft is a premier IT solutions provider renowned for delivering innovative technology that empowers businesses to attain operational excellence. We are committed to fostering a highly skilled workforce dedicated to crafting solutions that meet the challenges of modern enterprises. We are looking for a Senior IBM DataPower Administrator to join our expert team. In this pivotal role, you will provide advanced administration and operational support for IBM DataPower appliances and ensure robust API management and integration across enterprise applications. Your contributions will be instrumental in designing best practices and handling complex configurations while ensuring security and performance. If you have a proven track record with IBM DataPower and possess a strategic mindset coupled with strong technical skills, we encourage you to apply! • Install, configure, and administer IBM DataPower Gateway environments (physical, virtual, containerized). • Manage firmware upgrades, patches, and hotfixes with minimal downtime. • Configure and manage domains and services across DEV, SIT, UAT, and PROD. • Implement enterprise security controls including TLS, mTLS, OAuth2, JWT, LDAP, and SAML. • Manage certificates, keystores, truststores, and HSM integrations. • Design and maintain High Availability and Disaster Recovery architectures. • Support REST/SOAP APIs and enterprise integration protocols. • Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and lead root cause analysis. • Automate deployments using scripting and CI/CD pipelines. • Mentor junior administrators and maintain operational documentation. Required Skills & Experience • 7+ years of hands-on experience with IBM DataPower Gateway. • Strong networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, Load Balancers). • Deep understanding of security protocols and API security. • Experience with Linux/Unix systems. • Familiarity with containers, OpenShift, and DevOps practices. • Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills. Preferred Certifications • IBM Certified Administrator – DataPower Gateway. • IBM Integration Suite / API Connect certifications. • Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM. Private Health Insurance Training & Development

Responsibilities

The Senior IBM DataPower Administrator will provide advanced administration and operational support for IBM DataPower appliances, ensuring robust API management and integration across enterprise applications. Responsibilities include installing, configuring, and managing environments, implementing security controls, and mentoring junior administrators.