IBM DataPower & IBM API Connect (APIC) Administrator (Akamai Noname)

IBM DataPower & IBM API Connect (APIC) Administrator

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (KSA)Experience: 5+ YearsWe are looking for an experienced IBM DataPower & IBM API Connect (APIC) Administrator to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience managing Production and UAT environments, administering enterprise API gateways, OpenShift deployments, and API security platforms.Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister and support IBM DataPower Gateway and IBM API Connect (APIC) environments.Manage Production and UAT environments, ensuring high availability, reliability, and optimal performance.Deploy, configure, monitor, and troubleshoot APIs and gateway services.Perform migration of APIs and services from Virtual Machine (VM)-based environments to OpenShift.Configure and manage API lifecycle, security policies, SSL certificates, gateway services, and access controls.Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and DevOps teams during deployments and release activities.Monitor system health, perform performance tuning, and resolve production incidents.Maintain operational documentation and adhere to ITIL best practices.RequirementsHands-on experience with Akamai Noname API Security is mandatory. Candidates with strong experience in equivalent API security platforms (e.g., Salt Security, Traceable AI, or Imperva API Security) may also be considered.5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM DataPower Gateway and IBM API Connect (APIC) administration.Proven experience managing Production and UAT environments.Strong hands-on experience with OpenShift and containerized deployments.Experience migrating APIs and services from VM-based environments to OpenShift.Strong understanding of REST APIs, API Security, OAuth, JWT, TLS, and SSL Certificates.Good knowledge of Linux administration and networking concepts.Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience working on banking or financial services projects.Experience with enterprise API management platforms.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and containerized environments.Relevant IBM or cloud certifications will be considered an advantage.