In our 'always on' world, we believe it's essential to have a genuine connection with the work you do. 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: CommSc