Overview
On Site
$60 - $70
Full Time
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - 1 null
Skills
AIX/Linux
LPARs (Logical Partitions)
Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
IBM AIX
Power9 (P9)
Power10 (P10)
aix
ISD
Power HA
Job Details
Job Title: AIX System Administrator
Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid - 3 Day onsite & 2 Days WFH)
Job Description:
Value Technology seeking an experienced AIX System Administrator to join our team in a hybrid role based in Houston, TX. This role involves managing and supporting enterprise-level AIX and Linux environments, handling critical system issues, performing installations and upgrades, and working closely with internal teams to deliver optimized solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Provide 24x7 administration, monitoring, and support for midrange systems (AIX/Linux).
- Perform AIX and Linux server system administration, including installation, customization, and upgrades.
- Create and manage LPARs (Logical Partitions), including fully and partially virtualized environments.
- Install, configure, and maintain PowerVM/Advanced Power Virtualization environments including VIO servers and Shared Ethernet Adapters (SEA).
- Troubleshoot complex OS-level issues and conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to design, review, and optimize system performance and deployments.
- Leverage vendor support and documentation to resolve system problems.
- Act as a consultant and subject matter expert on AIX and Unix technologies within cross-functional teams.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 6 9 years of hands-on experience as an AIX System Administrator.
- Strong expertise in IBM AIX and Linux operating systems.
- Proficient in LPAR generation and reconfiguration.
- Experience with IBM Power Systems, specifically architectures like Power9 (P9) and Power10 (P10).
- In-depth knowledge of Power HA, ISD (Installation Service Delivery), and PowerVM.
- Familiarity with Unix storage technologies and virtualization.
- Ability to perform OS issue diagnosis and contribute to RCA reporting.
- Experience with VIO server setup and redundancy planning.
- Strong scripting and automation experience is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- IBM certification in AIX or related technologies.
- Experience with SEA (Shared Ethernet Adapter) in virtualized environments.
- Prior experience in a 24x7 enterprise or data center environment.
Work Environment:
- Hybrid role with on-site presence in Houston, TX as required.
- Must be available for on-call support and occasional after-hours work.
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