Director of IT – iSeries

February 20, 2026

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Job Description:

Develop and execute the long-term roadmap for IBM i systems supporting casino, hospitality, and key enterprise application environments.
Drive modernization initiatives including high availability, IASP optimization and support the transformation of legacy applications.
Collaborate with gaming operations, hotel operations, marketing, finance, and executive leadership to deliver technology solutions aligned to operational needs.
Oversee day-to-day operations of IBM i servers and applications ensuring uptime for 24/7 operations.
Manage system performance, capacity planning, auditing, high availability and disaster recovery for highly regulated gaming platforms.
Ensure IBM i systems meet or exceed gaming regulatory controls, internal audit standards, PCI requirements, and cybersecurity best practices.
Own policies, documentation, access controls, and operational procedures related to IBM i environments.
Lead and mentor a blended team of internal and external IBM i Architects, Engineers, Administrators and Operators.
Foster a high‑performance culture with strong accountability, communication, and customer service.
Serve as the subject-matter expert for all IBM i–related initiatives, enhancements, and system impacts.
Manage vendor relationships with managed service partners and IBM i software vendors.

Requirements:

10+ years of experience with IBM i (AS/400, iSeries, System i) systems.
5+ years of leadership experience in IBM I IT operations and enterprise systems management.
Strong expertise in CL, SQL, DB2 for i, and IBM i system administration.
Experience supporting environments requiring 24/7 uptime, preferably in gaming or hospitality.
Demonstrated experience working within strict regulatory, auditing, and security frameworks.
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.

Benefits:

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development

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