MUST HAVE:
IBM Sterling File Gateway (SFG), B2B Integrator (SI), Managed File Transfer (MFT), SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, AS2, Secure Shell Scripting, and Python)
Key Responsibilities:
* Design, implement, and maintain IBM Sterling File Gateway (SFG) and B2B Integrator (SI) solutions.
* Architect scalable and high-availability secure file transfer infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments.
* Provide technical leadership in the deployment, configuration, and optimization of SFG and supporting middleware.
* Ensure security, compliance, and governance standards for file transfer solutions.
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure, performance, and integration issues related to SFG.
* Work with cross-functional teams, including network, security, DevOps, and application teams, to ensure seamless integration.
* Develop and document best practices, architecture patterns, and operational procedures.
* Lead migration and upgrade projects for IBM SFG and related technologies.
Required Skills & Experience:
* 7+ years of experience in Infrastructure Architecture, Middleware, or Integration Technologies.
* Hands-on expertise with IBM Sterling File Gateway (SFG) and B2B Integrator (SI).
* Strong understanding of MFT (Managed File Transfer) solutions, protocols (SFTP, FTPS, HTTPS, AS2, etc.), and encryption standards.
* Experience with high-availability, scalability, and performance tuning for SFG environments.
* Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments, scripting (Shell, Python), and automation tools.
* Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructure architectures.
* Experience in networking, security controls, certificates, and authentication mechanisms.
* Familiarity with monitoring tools, logging frameworks, and troubleshooting methodologies.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
* IBM Sterling certifications (e.g., IBM Certified Administrator - Sterling B2B Integrator/SFG).
* Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
* Hands-on experience in API integration, RESTful services, and event-driven architectures.
* Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure automation.