LOTUS NOTES SYSTEM ADMIN needed.

LOTUS NOTES SYSTEM ADMIN.

Location DC

Duration 6 months

The primary responsibility will be supporting Aptrix (Intranet/Internet websites) application migration to IBM WCM (Workplace Content management) and support for Notes 8.5.2.
Notes System Administrator (Domino) will be responsible for supporting and maintaining messaging environment.
The incumbent will work with other messaging team members in solving the range of enterprise interoperability and integration issues that may exist in the messaging environment.

Tasks:
Support LN Aptrix Application migration to IBM WCM (Workplace Content Management) environment.
Support Lotus Notes Client 8.5.2 on Windows 7 and Windows Vista environment.
Ensure high availability of messaging services (Lotus Notes, Blackberry) to end users, troubleshooting LN Client issues.
Perform necessary tasks for integrity of the messaging system.
Implement and adhere to security procedures
Implement systems software upgrades to existing servers:
o Plan, diagram, and implement mail routing; identify server locations, replication and remote connections
Plan and implement hardware and software upgrades to existing hub servers as needed; Maintain disaster recovery server site; Execute maintenance plans for hub server locations
Ensure messaging database and network optimization:
o Support and troubleshoot as required, optimizing performance, resolving production problems, and; provide timely follow-up on problem reports
o Plan, schedule, and conduct system tests, monitor test results, and take required corrective action
Perform daily messaging administrative tasks, including:
o Database movement/replication
o Corporate messaging hub server monitoring and maintenance
Coordinate systems developing activities with other groups (network engineering, Windows System engineer), reviewing deliverables and communicating status with management.
Provide technical direction and training to other IT personnel; Solve interoperability issues
Engage in capacity planning and monitoring messaging database growth; Implement design of database templates/schemas.
Enhance and maintain messaging system, and perform structural changes when necessary.
Create and maintain task automation and monitoring tools.
Evaluate new applications for resource impact and assist in troubleshooting malfunctioning applications.

Required Skills:

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline
Relevant experience with IBM Lotus products (V6 and above) for messaging and collaborations, such as Messaging, Sametime (Meeting/Instant Messaging), IFC-Domino.Doc, Workflow, Blackberry in a large user base.
Experience in low level understanding of Notes Formula and LotusScript software development experience. Knowledge of JavaScript, web services, etc. a plus.
Experience with relevant server platforms and operating systems (Windows), security (Siteminder/RSA), and directory services (LDAP), SMTP.
Knowledge of Domino.Doc and Aptrix preferred.
Strong knowledge of Lotus Notes Client 8.x.
Strong knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence in the messaging team.
Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations
Sound project management skills in planning and monitoring projects in a cross-functional environment
Effective teamwork and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, in a multicultural environment
Ability to present and explain technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding.