Kernel System Administrator

First Soft Solutions LLC; South Brunswick (NJ); Remote; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking an HPE NonStop Kernel System Administrator to ensure the health and performance of their HPE NonStop server environment. This remote role involves monitoring system operations, managing backups, and collaborating with internal teams to maintain high system availability for business-critical applications.

Qualifications

• Strong command of NonStop Kernel internals and architecture.
• Proficient with TACL, SCF, FUP, Measure, EMS, and Safeguard.
• Familiarity with NonStop SQL/MP and SQL/MX.

Responsibilities

• Monitor system operations and perform daily health checks.
• Administer HPE NonStop Kernel operating systems and apply updates.
• Implement security measures and troubleshoot hardware/software issues.

Skills

NonStop Kernel internals

TACL

SCF

FUP

Measure

EMS

Safeguard

RDF

TMF

OSS

Job description

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We are actively hiring for HPE NonStop Kernel System Administrator

Remote in USA

HPE NonStop platform, known globally for its fault-tolerance and continuous availability. Need a HPE NonStop Kernel System Administrator to join our infrastructure team and ensure the smooth operation of these core platforms.

Job Summary

As an HPE NonStop Kernel System Administrator, you will be responsible for the health, performance, and availability of our HPE NonStop server environment. This includes monitoring system operations, administering kernel-level components, troubleshooting, performing system upgrades, managing backups, and collaborating with internal teams. You will utilize advanced NonStop utilities and best practices to maintain high system availability for business-critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

System Operations & Monitoring:

• Perform daily system health checks and monitor resource utilization.
• Use Measure, HPE Web Viewpoint, and OSM (Open System Management) for performance monitoring and alert tracking.
• Respond to alerts generated by EMS (Event Management Service) and resolve issues promptly.
• Manage cold load and shutdown/startup procedures.
  
  

Configuration & Maintenance

• Install, configure (Perform Sysgens), maintain HPE NonStop Kernel (NSK) operating systems.
• Apply software updates and patches using DSM/SCM (Distributed Systems Management/Software Configuration Management).
• Manage and expand network definitions and IP CLIMs.
• Administer system storage, including disk partitioning and mirrored volumes.
• Manage system processes, including Pathway subsystems and applications.
  
  

Security Administration

• Implement and enforce system security using Safeguard.
• Manage users, groups, ACLs, and perform regular audits and log reviews.
  
  

Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution

• Diagnose and resolve hardware/software issues using tools such as TACL, SCF, and FUP, Pathway.
• Collaborate with vendors like HPE for escalated technical support.
  
  

Backup & Recovery

• Design and implement backup/recovery solutions including disaster recovery strategies.
• Use RDF (Remote Database Facility) and TMF (Transaction Monitoring Facility) to ensure data integrity and failover protection.
  
  

Automation & Scripting

• Write and maintain TACL scripts to automate repetitive administrative tasks.
• Utilize OSS (Open System Services) for Unix-style scripting and tool integration.
  
  

Performance Tuning & Capacity Planning

• Analyze data from Measure to fine-tune performance and conduct capacity forecasting.
  
  

Documentation & Collaboration

• Document system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Collaborate with application developers, DBAs (NonStop SQL/MP and SQL/MX), and infrastructure teams.
  
  

Projects

• Assist with projects with the modernization of applications and cloud-enabled applications
  
  

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong command of NonStop Kernel internals and architecture.
• Proficient with:
• TACL – for scripting and system management.
• SCF – for managing subsystems and configuration.
• FUP – for file and directory administration.
• Measure, EMS, Safeguard, DSM/SCM – for performance monitoring, event management, and security.
• Understanding of:
• Pathway, Process Pairs, TMF, Expand, IP CLIMs, and OSS.
• Familiarity with NonStop SQL/MP and SQL/MX.
• Experience with HPE Web Viewpoint or OSM graphical monitoring tools.
• Knowledge of RDF and disaster recovery protocols.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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