Unix Linux Administrator

Unix Admin

Bostson, MA – onsite

In person interview required. Need profiles local to MA.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Unix Administrator to provide day-to-day administration and support for Unix/Linux server. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining server availability, troubleshooting system issues, performing routine maintenance, and supporting production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and support Unix/Linux servers in production and non-production environments.

• Monitor system performance, server health, and availability.

• Perform user administration, file system management, and access control.

• Install, configure, patch, and upgrade Unix/Linux operating systems.

• Troubleshoot system, application, and performance issues.

• Perform routine maintenance, backup verification, and capacity monitoring.

• Support incident, problem, and change management activities.

• Maintain system documentation and operational procedures.

• Coordinate with client teams and internal support teams to resolve issues.

• Participate in on-call support as required.

Required Skills

• 8 - 10 years of experience in Unix/Linux administration.

• Good knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems (RHEL, Oracle Linux, Solaris, or AIX).

• Experience with shell scripting (Bash/Korn Shell).

• Understanding of file systems, user management, permissions, and networking basics.

• Familiarity with monitoring and ticketing tools.

• Basic knowledge of virtualization and cloud environments is an advantage.

• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Unix/Linux certification is a plus (RHCSA, RHCE, Oracle Linux, etc.).