AIX - Linux Administrator

My client a global company based in Cork have a requirement for a Systems Administrator with strong AIX and Linux skills to join their team. This is an initial 12 month contract with the potential to run longer term

The System Administrator ensures centralized IT systems are fully maintained. Also that shared global services meet customer and business service level agreements.Main dutiesgenerate performance recommendations; and trend system performance
- Deployment of configuration changes and application software, both 3rd party and internally developed.
- Addressing day to day support requests related to shared infrastructure from all sites.
- Coordinate between multiple technical teams and/or vendors to address complex technical issues.
- Proactively monitor global systems, address and raise awareness where appropriate.
- Maintain full ownership of support/helpdesk incidents to ensure they are addressed promptly, professionally and to completion.
- Perform routine daily system checks
- Document technical information, including schematics, system resolutions and knowledge base information
- First level support of database Servers - Oracle 11g, MS SQL Server 2005, 2008,

SKILLS REQUIRED:

- Three years' experience in System Administration and user support
- Proven experience in AIX/Linux/Unix.
- IBM System P series server knowledge
- PowerVM, VIOS and HACMP knowledge
- LAN/WAN architecture understanding and support - TCP/IP and DNS. Proven history of supporting third party and custom applications.
- IBM SAN Experience (V7000, XIV or DS8000)
- Weblogic administrative skills
- Critical thinking with the ability to troubleshoot issues in a complex technology environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
- Ability to collaborate across many technical teams.