Unix System Administrator

HCLTech is seeking motivated UNIX/Linux System Administrators (Entry Level) who are passionate about enterprise infrastructure and data center operations. This role is designed for early-career professionals looking to build expertise in Linux and UNIX administration, production support, system monitoring, and infrastructure operations. Job Title: UNIX Administrator Job Requisition: 136734 Location: US - NJ Job Description System Administration Support Assist with day-to-day UNIX/Linux administration activities while meeting defined Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Support installation, configuration, maintenance, and patching of UNIX/Linux servers under supervision. Perform routine system health checks and basic preventive maintenance activities. Assist with server migration, upgrade, and deployment activities. Incident & Problem Management Handle assigned incidents, service requests, and operational tickets. Perform initial troubleshooting of operating system, application, and hardware-related issues. Escalate complex issues to senior engineers as required. Support root cause analysis (RCA) activities and documentation. Monitoring & Operations Monitor server health, performance, availability, and capacity. Respond to alerts and perform first-level operational support. Assist in maintaining uptime and system reliability according to business requirements. Support backup, restoration, and disaster recovery activities following defined procedures. Security & Compliance Assist with security patch implementation and vulnerability remediation activities. Support system hardening efforts and compliance audits. Follow organizational security policies and operational standards. Help maintain user accounts, permissions, and access controls. Documentation & Process Adherence Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), runbooks, and operational guidelines. Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, incidents, and changes. Participate in change management activities following ITIL processes. Contribute to knowledge management and process improvement initiatives. Work with infrastructure, storage, network, application, and security teams. Coordinate with vendors and support teams when necessary. Participate in training programs, mentoring sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities. Develop technical skills required for progression to higher-level administration roles. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline. Relevant certifications or technical training may be considered in lieu of experience. Experience 0-2 years of experience in UNIX/Linux administration, technical support, infrastructure operations, or related areas. Fresh graduates with strong academic foundations and Linux exposure are encouraged to apply. Required Skills Basic understanding of UNIX/Linux operating systems (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE, AIX, Solaris, or similar). Knowledge of server installation and configuration concepts. Understanding of user, group, and permission management. Familiarity with patching and package management fundamentals. Basic understanding of file systems and logical volume management concepts. Knowledge of backup and restoration procedures. Understanding of system performance monitoring fundamentals. Introductory shell scripting knowledge for basic automation tasks. Awareness of security principles and system hardening practices. Basic understanding of networking concepts including DNS, TCP/IP, SSH, and NFS. Preferred Skills Exposure to SAN and NAS storage environments. Theoretical or practical knowledge of LDAP and NIS. Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools. Exposure to virtualization platforms such as VMware. Understanding of cloud technologies and infrastructure concepts. Knowledge of ITIL framework and service management processes. Familiarity with automation tools such as Ansible or similar technologies. Performance Expectations Meet assigned SLA and operational objectives. Follow organizational policies, processes, and change controls. Demonstrate continuous technical learning and professional development. Maintain accurate documentation and operational records. Contribute positively to team goals and infrastructure stability. Pay and Benefits Pay Range Minimum: $48,000 to year Pay Range Maximum: $78,000 to year HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to View email address on click.appcast.io for investigation. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical dental vision pharmacy life accidental death & dismemberment disability insurance employee assistance program 401(k) retirement plan 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year) 10 paid holidays per year How You’ll Grow At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best. #J-18808-Ljbffr HCLTech