AIX System Administrator

Cynet systems Inc; Richmond; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Unix System Administrator to manage and automate Unix operating system environments. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience, with expert knowledge of AIX, PowerVM, and robust automation skills using tools like Ansible and Python. This role demands strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in Unix operating system technologies.
• Expert knowledge of AIX LVM, LPAR, PowerVM, and NIM administration.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban).
• Proficiency in network and storage technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular system administration activities across Unix environments.
• Automate software lifecycle management for operating system components.
• Identify and eliminate operational toil in Unix systems.
• Manage operating system and clustering component configurations.
• Oversee user and group administration, firmware upgrades, and SSH/SFTP configurations.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of Unix systems and clustering configurations

Strong automation, scripting, and orchestration capabilities

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Ability to work both collaboratively and independently in fast-paced environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Python

Aria

Job description

Job Description

• The Unix System Administrator will be responsible for managing, configuring, and automating Unix operating system environments, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security.
• This role involves working with AIX, PowerVM, and automation tools to streamline system processes and proactively resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular system administration activities across Unix environments.
• Automate software lifecycle management for operating system components, support software, and configuration management.
• Identify and eliminate operational toil in Unix systems.
• Apply analytics on past incident and performance data to predict and prevent issues.
• Manage operating system and clustering component configurations.
• Administer AIX LVM, LPAR profiles, PowerVM, NIM, and HMC configurations.
• Oversee user and group administration, firmware upgrades, and SSH/SFTP configurations.
• Manage AIX and VIOS network components, including Ethernet, VLANs, TCP/IP, and vSwitches.
• Handle NFS client/server administration, SUDO configuration, and LDAP client setup.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams while working independently on technical initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of professional experience in Unix operating system technologies.
• Expert knowledge of AIX LVM, LPAR, PowerVM, and NIM administration.
• Strong experience with automation and orchestration tools such as Ansible, Python, Aria, and UNIX scripting.
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban).
• Proficiency in network and storage technologies.
• Familiarity with AIX performance monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to take initiative, identify, track, and resolve issues proactively.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Unix systems and clustering configurations.
• Strong automation, scripting, and orchestration capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently in fast-paced environments.