Analyst, IT Operations Server Tech

Job Description

In our always on world, we believe it s essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. Position Title: Analyst, IT Operations Server Tech (Linux) Work Location : Hyderabad General Summary The Linux Administrator is responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting CommScope s Unix-based and hybrid cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability. The role now includes managing both on-premises and Microsoft Azure cloud services , integrating automation, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. You will support VMware, Nutanix, and Azure environments, leveraging Red Hat Linux, Ansible, and Terraform/Bicep to maintain a secure and resilient infrastructure. How You ll Help Us Connect The World Implement, manage, and maintain Unix/Linux infrastructure supporting critical business systems across on-prem (VMware, Nutanix) and Azure cloud environments . Manage Azure virtual machines, storage accounts, networking (VNet, NSG, DNS) , and identity management (Azure AD, LDAP) . Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Bicep for automated provisioning. Integrate Ansible/Ansible Tower for configuration management and patch automation. Troubleshoot complex system malfunctions; isolate errors related to OS, storage, network, hardware, or cloud components. Implement backup and disaster recovery strategies using Commvault, Veeam, or NetBackup . Plan and execute upgrades across on-prem and cloud systems; install and configure Linux, middleware, and cloud tools. Monitor usage, capacity, and performance; define auto-scaling rules and alerts using Azure Monitor , Log Analytics , or similar tools. Maintain updated documentation (Visio layouts, runbooks, cloud templates, software/hardware inventory, licensing). Collaborate cross-functionally to support DevOps practices in CI/CD workflows (using Azure DevOps Pipelines ). Provide technical guidance to junior staff and act as a Tier-3 escalation point. Handle ticket queue; manage SLAs, incident resolution, and change requests efficiently. Related Education & Experience Bachelor s degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent. 10+ years of experience in Linux administration , including 3+ years in cloud-based infrastructure (preferably Azure) . 5+ years in Unix Systems Administration; 3+ years with VMware and/or Nutanix . 3+ years with scripting & configuration management tools (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Python). Strong experience in Terraform/Bicep for cloud provisioning. You Will Excite Us If You Have Technical Skills Advanced Linux (RHEL) system administration Certified Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or higher preferred Strong knowledge of Ansible , Ansible Tower, and shell scripting VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Nutanix cluster management Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPsec, routing Storage administration: SAN/NAS (HPE, NetApp), Azure Blob/File Storage Proficiency in Azure services : VM, VNet, NSG, Load Balancers, Azure AD, Azure Storage Strong grasp of DevOps pipelines and CI/CD tools using Azure DevOps Experience in creating and managing Terraform or Bicep templates Backup and disaster recovery practices; Commvault, Veeam, or NetBackup Soft Skills Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proactive, team-oriented, and customer-service focused Ability to train and mentor junior engineers Demonstrated success in managing projects and implementing automation Bonus Experience (Good to Have) Administering Solaris 9/10/11 , LDOMs/Zones Red Hat Satellite for patch management Cloud tenant management in AWS/GCP (in addition to Azure) Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker , or hybrid container environments Exposure to ITIL practices and ticketing systems (Freshworks/ServiceNow)