1

Unix Aix Administrator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Unix Administrator Job Details Provide technical leadership in daily system support and operation ... in AIX Hands-on experience with Veritas Volume Manager, Veritas File System, DiskSuite and LVM ...

Unix Admin Location: Plano, TX Duration: 6 Months Contract Mode of Hire: W2 Contract Required ... AIX • Quick learner and self-starter who requires minimal supervision to excel in a dynamic ...

Oracle DBA

Redwood City, CA · On-site

$62.25 - $84.50/hr

... UNIX AIX experience Will provide training and certifications for EPIC software Qualifications RDBM's, MS SQL, Oracle and Cache Additional Information Multiple Openings

... AIX, Sun Solaris, and multiple Linux Distributions (RedHat, SUSE, CentOS ) across multiple ... Administrator certification desired. o Language: UNIX shell scripting and Perl - Maintains an ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

Unix Aix Administrator information

See salary details

$5

$48

$67

How much do unix aix administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for unix aix administrator in the United States is $48.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.14 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Unix AIX Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Unix AIX Administrator, you need strong expertise in Unix/Linux operating systems, shell scripting, and a solid background in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with IBM AIX systems, virtualization tools like PowerVM, and certifications such as IBM Certified System Administrator – AIX are highly valuable. Problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication help administrators manage complex environments and collaborate with IT teams. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure system stability, security, and efficient IT operations in enterprise environments.

What is a Unix AIX Administrator?

A Unix AIX Administrator is an IT professional responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining IBM's AIX operating system on Unix servers. Their duties include managing system performance, applying patches and updates, performing backups, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring system security. They often work closely with other IT teams to support business applications and ensure high availability of critical systems.

What is the difference between Unix Aix Administrator vs Linux System Administrator?

AspectUnix Aix AdministratorLinux System Administrator
CertificationsIBM Certified System Administrator, Linux certificationsLinux Professional Institute (LPI), CompTIA Linux+
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise, IBM environments, data centersVaried industries, cloud, enterprise, startups
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily in finance, healthcare, governmentTechnology, finance, education, startups
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Unix Aix Administrators and Linux System Administrators manage server environments, but Aix focuses on IBM's UNIX platform often used in large enterprises, while Linux administrators work with open-source Linux distributions across diverse industries. The roles share certifications, work environments, and employer types, making them closely related but distinct in platform specialization.

What are some common challenges faced by Unix AIX Administrators in managing enterprise systems?

Unix AIX Administrators often encounter challenges such as ensuring system uptime during maintenance, managing patch updates without impacting critical applications, and troubleshooting hardware or performance issues in large-scale environments. They must also coordinate with development, security, and network teams to implement changes smoothly and securely. Staying current with evolving AIX technologies and best practices is essential for minimizing downtime and maintaining system reliability.
More about Unix Aix Administrator jobs
What job categories do people searching Unix Aix Administrator jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Unix Aix Administrator jobs are:
Infographic showing various Unix Aix Administrator job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 7% As Needed, 7% Full Time, 72% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,086 per year, or $48.6 per hour.
Unix Administrator

Other

Posted 7 hours ago


Job description

Company Description

Procom is a leading provider of professional IT services and staffing to businesses and governments in Canada.
With revenues over $500 million, the Branham Group has recognized Procom as the 3rd largest professional services firm in Canada and is now the largest "Canadian-Owned" IT staffing/consulting company.
Procom's areas of staffing expertise include:
Application Development
Project Management
Quality Assurance
Business/Systems Analysis
Datawarehouse & Business Intelligence
Infrastructure & Network Services
Risk Management & Compliance
Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Security & Privacy
Specialties Contract Staffing (Staff Augmentation)
Permanent Placement (Staff Augmentation)
ICAP (Contractor Payroll)
Flextrack (Vendor Management System)

Job Description

Unix Administrator

On behalf of our client, Procom Services is searching for a Unix Administrator for a contract opportunity in Durham, NC.

Unix Administrator Job Details

Provide technical leadership in daily system support and operation for critical and complex production systems. 
Perform Capacity Planning, Infrastructure Design, and Systems Administration. 
Create robust, high availability and secure design for UNIX/Linux server infrastructure. 
Provide 7x24 rotating Level 3 Support for Unix and storage infrastructure for various group companies. 
Closely work with remote Unix team for day-to-day incident and service request tickets.
Work with hardware and 3rd vendor for system troubleshooting.
Interface with the clients with related to technical issue/inquiry/request.
Setting various policies for applications and infrastructure - patching schedules, deployment of releases, testing and system readiness. 
Manage HP/UX environment in Production/Testing/Development environments. 
Configure and manage Virtual Server environments, Storage infrastructure and DR installations. 
Administer Systems Monitoring; Troubleshoot SW/HW Issues Methodically.
Process knowledge of Configuration management & Change control.
Create and update technical documentations (system configuration and operation).

Unix Administrator Mandatory Skills

8-10 years experience as a UNIX System Administrator 
Strong background in HP-UX 10/11
Strong background in Solaris 2.6/7/8/9/10 and RHEL 4.x/5.x 
Strong Background in AIX
Hands-on experience with Veritas Volume Manager, Veritas File System, DiskSuite and LVM
Strong experiences in SAN devices (EMC Celerra/CLARiiON, NetApp Filer, Brocade switch) 
Hands-on experience in NetBackup backup software
Experience of jumpstart and kickstart implementation 
Requires excellent communication skills and ability to be available after-hours 
Certifications in Solaris, Linux and/or SAN are preferred. 
BS in (Computer) Science/Engineering or equivalent IT work experience. 
Solid understanding of TCP/IP, LDAP, DNS, NIS and SMTP. 
Proficiency in NAS and Storage Area networking as well as Backup & Recovery administration.
Experiences of DNS, Apache, Sendmail, Bind, LDAP, and ProofPoint. 
Experience in data center or network operations with HA (high availability) and/ or 24X7 service level. 
Must have strong experience with Disaster Recovery solutions.

Unix Administrator Start Date

ASAP

Unix Administrator Assignment Length

2+ months

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Please send your resume in Word format only.