IBM DataPower Engineer
Nixil
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
Contract type: Full time
Security Clearance Required for this role:
- Must have a Current NV1 or NV2 security clearance.
- Must be an Australian Citizen
- This will be an Office based role in Canberra or Melbourne.
We’re seeking skilled IBM DataPower Engineers to lead the upgrade and migration of key IBM infrastructure to cutting-edge virtual environments.
Join a team dedicated to operational excellence, security compliance, and seamless service delivery.
As an IBM DataPower Engineer, you will:
- Upgrade IBM DataPower Gateway appliances to virtualized environments, ensuring operational readiness and cybersecurity compliance.
- Replace legacy systems with the latest versions of IBM WebSphere MQ, IBM Integration Bus (IIB), IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE), and IBM Security solutions (ISAM, ISDS).
- Perform data migrations, firewall updates, and system reconfigurations while minimizing service disruptions.
- Collaborate with Defence stakeholders to conduct rigorous testing, validation, and performance optimization.
- Ensure all upgrades align with Defence’s zero-trust principles and security frameworks.
Experience and Skills required:
- Proven expertise in IBM DataPower Gateway, WebSphere MQ, IIB, and ACE systems.
- Experience in virtualizing physical infrastructure and deploying IBM virtual appliances.
- Strong knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.
- Proficiency in managing firewall configurations and secure data flows.
- Exceptional skills in system testing, risk management, and real-time monitoring.
- Familiarity with Defence security standards and frameworks is highly desirable.