AIX Systems Administrator: Automation & PowerVM Expert

Stefanini; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 103,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stefanini is seeking an experienced AIX System Administrator in Richmond, VA to manage Unix environments for a long-term contract. The role emphasizes automation of software lifecycle management, proactive issue prevention, and strong collaboration across teams.

The candidate will handle LVM, LPAR, PowerVM, and NIM-based installations, as well as SSH/SFTP and LDAP configurations. Experience with Agile practices is preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Unix OS experience, preferably in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on with AIX LVM, LPAR, PowerVM and OS installation (NIM).
• Strong automation experience using Ansible, Python, and scripting.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and ability to work independently or in teams.
• Familiarity with network concepts, NFS, LDAP, SUDO and SSH/SFTP.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular system administration tasks and incident response.
• Automate lifecycle management for OS components and configuration management.
• Identify toil in OS environments and optimize recurring issues.
• Use analytics on incidents to predict and prevent problems.
• Initial work schedule with rotating days as described.

Skills

Unix system administration

Automation

Scripting

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Tools

Ansible

Python

NIM

SSH/SFTP

PowerVM

LVM

LPAR

VIOS

HMC

Job description

Stefanini is seeking an experienced AIX System Administrator in Richmond, VA to manage Unix environments for a long-term contract. The role emphasizes automation of software lifecycle management, proactive issue prevention, and strong collaboration across teams.

The candidate will handle LVM, LPAR, PowerVM, and NIM-based installations, as well as SSH/SFTP and LDAP configurations. Experience with Agile practices is preferred.