Analyst, IT Operations Server Tech

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Position Title: Analyst, IT Operations Server Tech (Linux)
Work Location: Hyderabad
General Summary
The Linux Administrator is responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting CommScope 's Unix:based and hybrid cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, reliability, and scalability. The role now includes managing both on:premises and Microsoft Azure cloud services, integrating automation, DevOps, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. You will support VMware, Nutanix, and Azure environments, leveraging Red Hat Linux, Ansible, and Terraform/Bicep to maintain a secure and resilient infrastructure.
How You 'll Help Us Connect The World
typedisc:
:Implement, manage, and maintain Unix/Linux infrastructure supporting critical business systems across on:prem (VMware, Nutanix) and Azure cloud environments.
:Manage Azure virtual machines, storage accounts, networking (VNet, NSG, DNS), and identity management (Azure AD, LDAP).
:Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Bicep for automated provisioning.
:Integrate Ansible/Ansible Tower for configuration management and patch automation.
:Troubleshoot complex system malfunctions; isolate errors related to OS, storage, network, hardware, or cloud components.
:Implement backup and disaster recovery strategies using Commvault, Veeam, or NetBackup.
:Plan and execute upgrades across on:prem and cloud systems; install and configure Linux, middleware, and cloud tools.
:Monitor usage, capacity, and performance; define auto:scaling rules and alerts using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or similar tools.
:Maintain updated documentation (Visio layouts, runbooks, cloud templates, software/hardware inventory, licensing).
:Collaborate cross:functionally to support DevOps practices in CI/CD workflows (using Azure DevOps Pipelines).
:Provide technical guidance to junior staff and act as a Tier:3 escalation point.
:Handle ticket queue; manage SLAs, incident resolution, and change requests efficiently.
Related Education and Experience
typedisc:
:Bachelor 's degree in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent.
:10 years of experience in Linux administration, including 3 years in cloud:based infrastructure (preferably Azure).
:5 years in Unix Systems Administration; 3 years with VMware and/or Nutanix.
:3 years with scripting and configuration management tools (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Python).
:Strong experience in Terraform/Bicep for cloud provisioning.
You Will Excite Us If You Have
Technical Skills
typedisc:
:Advanced Linux (RHEL) system administration
:Certified Azure Administrator Associate (AZ:104) or higher preferred
:Strong knowledge of Ansible, Ansible Tower, and shell scripting
:VMware vSphere, ESXi, and Nutanix cluster management
:Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, IPsec, routing
:Storage administration: SAN/NAS (HPE, NetApp), Azure Blob/File Storage
:Proficiency in Azure services: VM, VNet, NSG, Load Balancers, Azure AD, Azure Storage
:Strong grasp of DevOps pipelines and CI/CD tools using Azure DevOps
:Experience in creating and managing Terraform or Bicep templates
:Backup and disaster recovery practices; Commvault, Veeam, or NetBackup
Soft Skills
typedisc:
:Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities
:Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
:Proactive, team:oriented, and customer:service focused
:Ability to train and mentor junior engineers
:Demonstrated success in managing projects and implementing automation
Bonus Experience (Good to Have)
typedisc:
:Administering Solaris 9/10/11, LDOMs/Zones
:Red Hat Satellite for patch management
:Cloud tenant management in AWS/GCP (in addition to Azure)
:Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, or hybrid container environments
:Exposure to ITIL practices and ticketing systems (Freshworks/ServiceNow)
Why CommScope:
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Job Type: Permanent