Level 3 AIX​/Linux Administrator

Level 3 AIX/Linux Administrator at Tata Consultancy Services

Salary Range: $86,000 - $100,000 per year

The Level 3 AIX/Linux Administrator provides expert support for enterprise UNIX and Linux environments, including AIX LPARs and SUSE Rancher containers. Responsibilities include incident resolution, system administration, performance management, and disaster recovery. The administrator will lead transition and knowledge transfer activities and must possess strong communication skills.

• Install, configure, and maintain AIX and Linux systems.
• Manage user accounts, file permissions, and security policies.
• Perform OS patching, vulnerability remediation, and configuration management.
• Resolve complex incidents and service requests.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement permanent fixes.
• Monitor system health and capacity, provide trending and usage reports.
• Participate in disaster recovery drills and maintain backup/restore procedures.
• Support annual IT DR tests and update runbooks.
• Lead transition planning, knowledge acquisition, and playback sessions.
• Prepare and update documents of understanding (DOU), SOPs, and escalation processes.
• Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and ensure operational readiness.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement programs.
• Communicate incident status and major updates to stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and customer representatives.
• Demonstrate clear, professional written and verbal communication.

• Advanced expertise in AIX, Linux (SUSE, Red Hat), and virtualization (LPAR, VIO).
• Experience with enterprise monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive medical coverage including health, dental, vision, disability, and pet insurance.
• Family support with maternity and parental leave.
• Insurance options:
  Auto & Home, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience and professional growth: commute benefits, certification, and training reimbursement.
• Time off: vacation, paid time off, sick leave, holidays.
• Legal and financial assistance: legal assistance, 401(k) plan, performance bonus, college fund, student loan refinancing.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Information Technology

IT Services and IT Consulting