IIDR (IBM InfoSphere Data Replication) Installation Specialist

Position Summary

The organization is seeking an IIDR Installation Specialist to lead the setup and configuration of replication solutions involving DB2 iSeries tables and cloud environment integration. The role involves installing, configuring, and securing data replication agents and related tools to ensure seamless data transfer from legacy systems to cloud storage via Kafka.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and configure source IIDR agents in AS 400 environments


• Install and configure Confluent Kafka, including security roles and creating Kafka topics


• Collaborate with the team to create user accounts with keytabs for Kafka connection


• Develop standard operating procedures for Kafka topic creation


• Attach entitlements to Kafka topics in coordination with the team


• Install and configure IIDR access servers


• Install and configure target IIDR agents in virtual machines


• Create and set up data replication subscriptions with appropriate mappings and configurations


• Coordinate with security teams to open bidirectional firewall ports between AS 400 and VMs


• Configure firewall settings to enable user connections from laptops to the server using IBM CDC UI

Required Qualifications

• Experience installing and configuring IIDR replication agents in legacy systems


• Knowledge of setting up Kafka environments and managing security roles


• Ability to work collaboratively with teams on system setup and security configurations


• Strong understanding of data replication, data migration, and cloud integration procedures


• Familiarity with firewall configuration and network security practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with DB2 iSeries data environments


• Experience configuring virtualized servers for replication


• Knowledge of enterprise data integration standards and procedures


• Familiarity with cloud platforms and data lake environments


• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex data environments

Why This Opportunity May Be Appealing

This role offers the chance to work on critical data infrastructure projects within a dynamic organization focused on modernizing data environments. It provides opportunities to develop expertise in enterprise-grade data replication, cloud data management, and system security, contributing to significant digital transformation initiatives.

Dexian stands at the forefront of Talent + Technology solutions with a presence spanning more than 70 locations worldwide and a team exceeding 10,000 professionals. As one of the largest technology and professional staffing companies and one of the largest minority-owned staffing companies in the United States, Dexian combines over 30 years of industry expertise with cutting-edge technologies to deliver comprehensive global services and support.

Dexian connects the right talent and the right technology with the right organizations to deliver trajectory-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals. To learn more, please visit .

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.