IT Infrastructure AIX TechOps Engineer

Traka (Assa Abloy); Región Centro; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Traka (Assa Abloy) seeks an experienced IT Infrastructure TechOps Engineer to lead datacenter design and build-out across the Americas. You will support Windows, RedHat Linux, AIX, and VMware/VxRail, while ensuring high availability and DR readiness in a 24x7 environment.

Responsibilities include configuring AIX systems, SAN/storage, scripting for automation, and coordinating with vendors. AIX security, monitoring, backup (NIM/mksysb), and change control are essential competences.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required with bachelor’s preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant IT infrastructure experience.
• Certifications in VMware, Linux, AIX required.
• Experience with IBM Power servers in enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and build-out of Datacenter technologies in the Americas.
• Install, configure, and maintain AIX, Linux, Windows servers.
• Manage VMware hosts, SAN, and Fibre Channel connectivity.
• Automate routines with scripting; monitor performance.
• Ensure 24/7/365 uptime and incident response.
• Document configurations; participate in DR planning and changes.

Skills

VMware VxRail

AIX administration

RedHat Linux

Windows Server

SAN storage

Networking DNS TCP/IP

AIX security IPsec

AIX performance monitoring

Scripting ksh perl

PowerVM PowerHA

NIM mksysb backup

Disaster recovery planning

PowerShell

LDAP SSL

IBM PowerVM/PowerHA

Education

Associate degree in Computer Science or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Rubrik Backup

Dell EMC SAN

VMware vSphere

Job description

# IT Infrastructure AIX TechOps EngineerThe IT Infrastructure TechOps Engineer will be the lead Engineer in the design and build out of Datacenter technologies. Additionally, will be the primary support of Windows and Linux (RedHat) servers running on VMware, VxRail in a 24x7x365 environment. Will also be primary support for UNIX / AIX servers and SAN infrastructure. Candidate will support security initiatives, network operations, and the database infrastructure as needed. Will interact with developers, DBAs, other system administrators, managers, and customers to resolve technical issues. Experience supporting SAP HANA environments a plus!This is an onsite position based in Guadalajara, Mexico.**Primary Duties and Responsibilities*** Day to day overview for Datacenters within the Americas Division, including Vmware Hosts, Virtual Machines, SAN, FC Connectivity, and Infrastructure hardware.* Install, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, customize and maintain AIX systems while ensuring overall system performance and availability.* Monitor AIX systems, analyzing problems and performing research and maintenance to prevent reoccurrence.* Test and document systems prior to deployment.* Perform regular revalidation of system settings to ensure compliance with policies and needs.* Use scripts to automate routine tasks.* Be available to respond to the needs of a 24x7x365 environment.* Create, modify, and delete account information. Evaluate access rights and permissions.* Document system requirements, configurations, procedures, changes, incidents, and problem resolutions.* Mitigate security breaches in progress.* Backup and restore systems using NIM, mksysb, and Rubrik Backup solution.* Work with vendors for all aspects of system maintenance including annual maintenance renewals, hardware, and software support.* Adhere to all change control policies.* Perform any additional duties as defined by IT leadership.**Education and Experience Profile*** Associate degree in Computer Science or related field is required with a bachelor’s preferred* Experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirement.* A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience* At least one industry certification such as VMware, Linux, AIX, etc.* Additional certifications may be accepted in lieu of experience.* Specific knowledge of IBM P-Series Servers and AIX operating systems* Experience supporting enterprise applications and technologies in a Global Organization* Prior experience in ITIL framework and processes is necessary.* Prior experience with ServiceNow is a plus.**Required Skills*** VMWare (VxRail)* RedHat Linux* Windows Server (All Versions)* SAN (Dell EMC PowerStore a plus)* Fiber Channel Zoning* AIX V. 7.1,7.2 and 7.3 System administration* Networking (DNS, TCP/IP, etc.)* AIX storage (MPIO, VGs, LVMs, JFS)* AIX security (IPsec, EFS, roles, sudo, trusted execution)* AIX performance monitoring and reporting (NMON, topas)* LDAP* SSL (Knowledge of Certificates and application of such)* Server virtualization (LPARs, WPARs, VIO, etc.)* IBM P-Series Servers* IBM PowerVM and PowerHA* SAN experience (LUNs, NPIV)* Scripting (ksh, perl, etc.)* Windows PowerShell experience a plus* Monitoring and managing servers with a 24/7/365 level uptime* Hardware and software inventory management* Develop and implement disaster recovery plans.* Project Management experience within large, complex systems* Effective written and verbal communication* Values teamwork and works well with others.* Problem resolution and attention to detail* Experience supporting database environments, preferably HANA.