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Job Description

Position: System Admin- linux

Experience: 5+ years

Location: Bangalore/ Hyderabad/ Chennai

Primary Skills: Linux, unix, Red Hat Enterprise

Key Responsibilities:

Unix Server & System Administration

  • Install, configure, and maintain HP-UX on Itanium hardware platforms and Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems.
  • Perform OS patching, kernel upgrades, and performance tuning to maximize system reliability.
  • Troubleshoot hardware and OS-level issues on mission-critical servers.
  • Support migration planning from HP-UX Itanium to modern Linux platforms where applicable.

Storage & Backup Management

  • Administer VxVM (Veritas Volume Manager) on HP-UX and Linux environments.
  • Configure and troubleshoot enterprise storage connectivity (SAN/NAS integration with Unix systems).
  • Maintain backup processes ensuring recoverability of Unix workloads.

Data Center Operations

  • Manage HP Integrity server hardware lifecycle, including firmware updates and decommissioning.
  • Collaborate with hardware vendors for Itanium system support and replacement part management.
  • Execute racking, cabling, and maintenance procedures adhering to operational standards.

Monitoring & Incident Response

  • Monitor system health using various tools including LogicMonitor and scripted solutions
  • Investigate alerts and respond to Unix-related incidents in accordance with SLAs.
  • Conduct root-cause analysis of recurring HP-UX or RHEL issues and implement long-term fixes.

Documentation & Compliance

  • Maintain detailed technical documentation for Unix server builds, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Follow organizational standards for change control, IT security, and compliance.
  • Ensure systems meet audit requirements for regulated industries.

Qualifications:

  • Associates or Bachelors degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
  • 57+ years of hands-on experience with Unix systems administration (HP-UX and RHEL required).
  • Proficiency in HP-UX administration (including Serviceguard clustering and Itanium systems).
  • Strong Linux administration skills (RHEL 7/8/9, systemd, SELinux, RPM-based package management).
  • Familiarity with virtualization/container platforms (VMware, KVM, or Red Hat OpenShift a plus).
  • Scripting expertise in bash, ksh, POSIX, and Python for automation.
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP networking, DNS, NTP, LDAP, and common Unix services.
  • Experience with patch automation tools such as Red Hat Satellite or Ansible.
  • Certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or HP-UX certifications highly desirable.

Core Competencies:

  • Unix Expertise: Proven ability to administer and optimize HP-UX and RHEL platforms.
  • Operational Excellence: Commitment to infrastructure stability and high availability.
  • Analytical Problem-Solving: Systematic approach to debugging complex Unix issues.
  • Collaboration: Works effectively with cross-functional IT and application teams.
  • Adaptability: Able to manage legacy Itanium hardware while driving Linux adoption.
  • Process Compliance: Adheres to operational standards, documentation, and governance.

Job Classification

Industry: IT Services & Consulting
Functional Area / Department: IT & Information Security
Role Category: IT Support
Role: IT Support - Other
Employement Type: Full time

Contact Details:

Company: Sonata Software
Location(s): Hyderabad

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Keyskills:   linux red hat unix

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