UNIX Administrator installs, configures, and maintains UNIX operating systems. Analyzes and resolves problems associated with the operating system's servers, hardware, applications, and software. Being an UNIX Administrator detects, diagnoses, and reports UNIX related problems on servers. May require a bachelor's degree in a related area. Additionally, UNIX Administrator typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be an UNIX Administrator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Provides system support for all UNIX/LINUX based software by implementing, monitoring and maintaining systems and application software running under UNIX/LINUX operating systems to ensure compliance with appropriate accessibility and security standards and Boston College best practices. Collaborates with Applications Services, Architecture Services, Network Services and IT Security teams to enhance, maintain and improve the UNIX/LINUX platform that serves as the foundation for many other ITS applications. This group ensures that all UNIX/LINUX and virtualization systems are properly monitored, maintained and secured to ensure that this specialized platform operates at peak performance to support other ITS applications.
Must be able to troubleshoot and resolve issues with UNIX/LINUX operating systems, specific applications, databases, scripting and network and storage issues. Resolves access issues to ensure that users have privileges at the correct level. May be called upon to handle problems that arise during the installation and maintenance of applications. Serves as the first point of contact for any problems prior to vendor involvement.
This position offers a hybrid work schedule.
Title and salary commensurate with relevant experience based on the following titles and hiring ranges:
Senior UNIX/LINUX Systems Administrator: A minimum of five years in a UNIX/LINUX environment including virtualization experience. Hiring ranges up to 126k.
UNIX/LINUX Systems Administrator: A minimum of three years in a UNIX/LINUX environment.
Hiring ranges up to 108k
Associate UNIX/LINUX Systems Administrator: A minimum of two years in a UNIX/LINUX environment. Hiring ranges from up to 89k
Boston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:
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