Senior AIX System and Storage Administrator
This is a permanent role based in Dublin.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced AIX system and IBM storage administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in AIX and Linux operating systems, as well as experience with Tomcat, Apache, and IBM MQ.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining our AIX systems, including troubleshooting server errors and installing new system hardware.
* They will also be responsible for monitoring the performance of systems, creating backup and recovery policies, and setting up and monitoring security policies.
* The ideal candidate will have excellent troubleshooting skills, high-level knowledge of IBM Power and storage systems, and a strong understanding of AIX principles, file editing, and AIX commands.
Responsibilities
* Installing and upgrading AIX system software
* Creating AIX file systems
* Setting up and maintaining AIX user accounts and access management systems
* Implementing network and computer system policies
* Detecting and troubleshooting software and hardware issues
* Responding to user requests and software errors
* Monitoring the performance of the system and server
* Creating backup and recovery policies
* Setting up and monitoring security policies
* Managing HMC and the creation of LPARS
* Applying patches and upgrades when necessary
* Knowledge of PowerVM and PowerVC
* Knowledge of NIM
* Creation and deployment of LUNS, storage pools, and SAN-based replication
Requirements
* At least 5 years experience as an AIX System and IBM Storage Administrator
* Knowledge of AIX and LINUX operating systems, storage environments, file systems, and network protocols
* Detailed knowledge of AIX principles, file editing, AIX commands, and file manipulation
* Familiarity with AIX, LINUX, and LINUX shell scripting (BASH)
* Knowledge of GPG, scp, sftp and ssh
* Knowledge of networking principles including routing, subnets, TCP, IP, VLANs, and UDP
* Understanding of backup procedures and storage management
* Knowledge IBM MQ, creation of system, administration, and troubleshooting
* Knowledge of Tomcat on Aix
* Excellent troubleshooting skills
* Strong documentation skills
A valid Stamp 4, EU or Irish passport is essential to be considered for this role.