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RE/SPEC Inc.

AIX Developer

Albuquerque, NM · Remote

The AIX Developer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, database administrators, security specialists, and project managers, to ensure the seamless ...

RE/SPEC Inc.

AIX Developer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site +1

The AIX Developer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including system administrators, database administrators, security specialists, and project managers, to ensure the seamless ...

Stem Xpert

NJ · On-site

Unix-AIX System Administrator supporting Transition & Transformation organization in support of server implementation to include hardware and operating system configuration, installation of ...

Tata Consultancy Service Limited

Linux-AIX SME

Columbus, OH · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

... Administer Linux servers including patch management, performance tuning, and System upgrades. • ... AIX system security including access control, audit logging and vulnerability mitigation. • ...

INENT INC

Autosys Expert Consultant

Wayne, NJ

Familiar with AIX. Admin skills is needed. Ready to work extended hours and be on call . Familiarity with Netvault backup tool. and Teradata is plus point Additional Information Thanks & Regards ...

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What is an AIX Admin?

AIX Admins, or AIX Administrators, are IT professionals responsible for installing, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting IBM's AIX operating system, which is a version of UNIX. Their duties include maintaining system security, performing backups and restores, monitoring system performance, and applying patches or updates. AIX Admins often work in enterprise environments where uptime and reliability are critical, and they ensure that servers and applications running on AIX systems operate smoothly. They may also assist in disaster recovery planning and provide technical support to other teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an AIX Admin?

To thrive as an AIX Admin, you need expertise in UNIX/Linux systems administration, AIX OS management, and a solid understanding of networking and storage concepts, typically supported by relevant IT degrees or certifications like IBM Certified System Administrator - AIX. Familiarity with tools such as IBM Power Systems, HMC (Hardware Management Console), virtualization technologies (LPARs, VIOS), and scripting languages like Shell or Perl is essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help AIX Admins respond quickly to technical issues and coordinate with other IT teams. These competencies are crucial for maintaining system uptime, optimizing performance, and ensuring the reliability of enterprise computing environments.

What are some common challenges AIX Admins face when managing system upgrades and how can they be addressed?

AIX Admins often encounter challenges during system upgrades, such as ensuring compatibility between new software versions and existing applications, minimizing downtime, and performing thorough pre-upgrade testing. To address these, it's essential to maintain detailed system documentation, plan upgrade windows during low-usage periods, and communicate closely with application owners and stakeholders. Utilizing IBM's official upgrade guides and having a rollback plan in place can also help mitigate risks and ensure a smooth transition.

What is the difference between Aix Admin vs Linux Administrator?

AspectAix AdminLinux Administrator
CertificationsIBM Certified Systems Administrator, Linux certificationsLinux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC), CompTIA Linux+
Work EnvironmentIBM AIX systems, enterprise data centersVarious Linux distributions, cloud and on-premises servers
Industry UsageFinancial, healthcare, large enterprisesTech, startups, enterprise sectors

While both roles involve managing Unix-like systems, Aix Admins specialize in IBM's AIX environment, focusing on enterprise systems, whereas Linux Administrators work across various Linux distributions, often in more diverse settings. The certifications and skills overlap but are tailored to their respective platforms.

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AIX Senior System Admin - Infrastructure Platforms (Remote)

First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$83K - $113K/yr

Other

Posted 8 days ago

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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

106th of 171 rated banks

Job description

Overview
This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location(s): Arizona, North Carolina and Texas.
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior AIX Systems Administrator to join our Platform Computing Operations team supporting critical banking platforms. This role is responsible for the administration, maintenance, security, performance, and availability of IBM Power Systems and AIX environments that support mission-critical financial applications. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience across all facets of AIX administration, IBM Power hardware management, virtualization technologies, disaster recovery, automation, and regulatory compliance requirements within highly regulated industries such as banking and financial services.
This position participates in an on-call rotation and must be available to provide 24x7 operational support for production incidents, maintenance events, and critical business initiatives.
Responsibilities
AIX System Administration
  • Administer, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IBM AIX operating systems across production, development, testing, and disaster recovery environments.
  • Perform installation, upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management of AIX systems.
  • Monitor system performance and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving infrastructure issues.
  • Manage file systems, storage allocation, volume groups, logical volumes, and system resources.
  • Perform performance tuning and optimization of AIX operating environments.

IBM Power Systems Administration
  • Manage IBM Power servers, including Power9, Power10, and future platforms.
  • Administer Hardware Management Consoles (HMCs), firmware upgrades, and hardware maintenance activities.
  • Configure and support LPARs, virtual I/O servers (VIOS), shared processor pools, and virtualization technologies.
  • Coordinate hardware refreshes, migrations, and capacity planning activities.

Security, Risk & Compliance
  • Ensure system configurations comply with banking regulatory, audit, and cybersecurity requirements.
  • Support internal and external audits and remediation efforts.
  • Implement security hardening standards, vulnerability remediation, and patch management processes.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable frameworks and standards including:
    • FFIEC guidance
    • PCI-DSS
    • SOX controls
    • NIST standards
    • CIS Benchmarks
    • Enterprise Information Security policies

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
  • Support high-availability configurations and business continuity initiatives.
  • Participate in recovery exercises and document recovery procedures.

Automation & Operational Excellence
  • Develop and/or troubleshoot automation scripts using Shell, KornShell (ksh), Perl, Python, or equivalent tools.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures.

Incident & Problem Management
  • Serve as an escalation point for complex AIX and Power Systems issues.
  • Lead root cause analysis activities, including associated documentation, and implement corrective actions.
  • Partner with application, database, storage, network, and security teams to resolve infrastructure issues.

On-Call Support
  • Participate in a rotating 24x7 on-call support schedule.
  • Respond to critical production incidents during evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Support planned maintenance activities outside normal business hours.

Change Management
  • Participate in change management processes and meetings
  • Coordinate maintenance outages with application teams
  • Execute platform upgrades and lifecycle management
  • Package and deploy third party software
  • Plan and execute system and platform migrations

Governance, Standards & Compliance
  • Conduct IAM reviews and manage deviations
  • Perform audit issue remediation management
  • Conduct baseline reviews and ongoing maintenance


Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of enterprise-level AIX administration experience supporting mission-critical environments.
  • 10+ years of hands-on experience supporting IBM Power Systems hardware platforms.
  • Expert-level knowledge of:
    • IBM AIX 7.x
    • IBM Power Systems (Power9, Power10)
    • Hardware Management Console (HMC)
    • Virtual I/O Server (VIOS)
    • PowerVM Virtualization
    • Logical Partitioning (LPAR)
    • Network Installation Manager (NIM)
  • Advanced experience with:
    • SAN storage and multipathing
    • TCP/IP networking, DNS, LDAP, SSH, and NTP
    • Backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions
    • Performance monitoring, tuning, and capacity management
  • Strong Unix Shell Scripting expertise (ksh, bash, and sh) with the ability to develop, maintain, and troubleshoot complex automation scripts supporting enterprise operational processes, system administration, monitoring, reporting, and application support functions.
  • Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining Ansible playbooks, roles, inventories, and automation workflows to support server provisioning, configuration management, patch deployment, compliance remediation, and operational standardization across AIX environments.
  • Experience supporting systems within highly regulated industries, preferably banking or financial services.
  • Working knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements, including:
    • FFIEC
    • PCI-DSS
    • SOX
    • NIST Security Framework
    • CIS Benchmarks
  • Experience supporting high-availability and disaster recovery configurations.
  • Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with auditors, vendors, application teams, and senior leadership.

Preferred Areas of Experience:
  • Experience supporting banking core applications and payment platforms.
  • Experience with Ansible, Terraform, or other automation platforms.
  • Experience with enterprise monitoring solutions.
  • Familiarity with Red Hat Linux administration.

Key Competencies:
  • Ownership and accountability
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Risk awareness and security mindset
  • Customer service orientation
  • Ability to perform effectively under pressure
  • Strong collaboration and leadership skills

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at
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