AIX/Linux/Storage Administrator

are seeking an experienced AIX/Linux/Storage L2 Administrator to manage, monitor, and maintain AIX/Linux/Storage-based systems, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in AIX/Linux/Storage administration, troubleshooting, patch management, and system performance tuning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Storage Admin

• Provide L2 support for enterprise storage systems (e.g., NetApp, EMC, IBM, Dell, etc.).
• Monitor and maintain SAN/NAS infrastructure for optimal performance and availability.
• Perform LUN provisioning, zoning, masking, and storage allocation as per requests.
• Support backup and restore operations using tools like NetBackup, Commvault, or Veeam.
• Collaborate with server, network, and database teams for integrated tasks.
• Troubleshoot storage-related performance and connectivity issues.
• Maintain proper documentation of configurations, procedures, and incidents.
• Participate in on-call rotation and perform scheduled maintenance activities.
• Installation and configuration of Storage Replication using Metro Mirror and Global Mirror.
• Analyzing controller load performance and monitoring the storage performance.
• Management of Spectrum Control and Spectrum Protect.
• Generation of storage and SAN utilization reports as per customer requirement.
• Installation and configuration of Brocade SAN Switches and Routers
• Zoning on Brocade SAN Switches
• Monitoring SAN health like link errors/CRS error etc.
• Troubleshooting of IBM SAN and analyzing event logs, and taking configuration backup.
• Backing up SAN Switch Configuration on FTP Server.
• Troubleshooting and Performance monitoring of IBM/Dell/Netapp storages.
• Configure Hosts and Host Groups on Storages.
• Connectivity of Storage with SAN Switches and Servers.

AIX Admin

• Strong troubleshooting skills in AIX
• Perform day-to-day AIX system administration tasks, including system monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Manage LVM (Logical Volume Manager), file systems, user accounts, and security settings.
• Apply OS patches and upgrades regularly and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
• Work on incidents and service requests assigned through ticketing systems
• Perform root cause analysis for recurring issues and suggest preventive measures.
• Coordinate with storage and network teams for integrated system tasks.
• Monitor system logs, perform regular health checks, and ensure system uptime.
• Maintain documentation related to systems, processes, and procedures.
• Participate in change management processes and scheduled maintenance windows.
• Provide on-call support and work in shifts if required.

Linux Admin

• Provide L2 support for Linux servers (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.).
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues with CPU, memory, storage, and network.
• Manage user accounts, file systems, and permissions.
• Apply OS patches, updates, and support kernel upgrades.
• Perform system backups and restoration using tools
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and configuration issues.
• Collaborate with application and database teams for issue resolution.
• Maintain system documentation and follow change management protocols.
• Respond to tickets and incidents through ITSM tools
• Participate in weekend maintenance windows and on-call rotations when needed.

MANDATORY SKILLS REQUIRED

• 5+ years of experience in AIX/Linux/Storage system administration
• Strong knowledge of HMC, NIM, LPARs, VIO servers, and PowerVM.
• Experience with shell scripting for automation.
• Familiarity with backup tools like TSM, NetBackup, or similar.
• Basic knowledge of networking, SAN, and storage integration with AIX.
• Good understanding of ITIL processes and ticketing systems.
• Good knowledge of Linux file systems, boot process, and runlevels/systemd.
• Familiar with system monitoring tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or Prometheus.
• Experience with shell scripting (Bash, Python, etc.).
• Understanding of LVM, RAID, NFS, Samba, and system security.
• Knowledge of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
• Proficient with storage technologies such as SAN, NAS, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel.
• Experience with storage management tools and array-based replication.
• Good understanding of zoning (Brocade/Cisco SAN switches) and storage provisioning.
• Knowledge of RAID levels, data protection strategies, and storage capacity planning.
• Familiarity with backup/recovery solutions and disaster recovery procedures.
• Ability to analyze logs and performance metrics for troubleshooting.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team