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Seneca Resources

AIX Systems Administrator

Seneca Resources, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214

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Note: No C2C or third-party vendors. Location:

Remote / Hybrid (Preference: within commuting distance to any client's location – Richmond, Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Cleveland, Atlanta, Chicago, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Kansas City, Dallas, or San Francisco) Schedule:

Initially Monday–Friday; later transition to Tuesday–Saturday

or

Sunday–Thursday Type:

Contract Position Overview Our client, a leading financial regulatory organization, is seeking a

Systems Administrator III (AIX/Unix)

to support enterprise-level infrastructure operations across its nationwide network. This position offers an opportunity to work on secure, large-scale systems that are critical to national financial and payment operations. The role will begin as remote, but candidates within commuting distance to one of the 12 Federal Reserve cities are preferred in case onsite work becomes necessary. Key Responsibilities Perform day-to-day administration and maintenance of

AIX/Unix operating systems and clustering components Configure and manage

LPARs, PowerVM, and NIM-based OS installations Automate system lifecycle activities (installation, patching, configuration, monitoring) using

Ansible, Python, and Unix shell scripting Administer

firmware upgrades, user/group management, SSH/SFTP, SUDO, LDAP, and NFS Configure and support

network components

(Ethernet, VLANs, TCP/IP, vSwitches, SEAs) within AIX and VIOS environments Monitor and tune system performance; perform troubleshooting and issue resolution Apply analytics on historical incidents and patterns to predict and proactively prevent issues Participate in

Agile (Scrum/Kanban)

environments to deliver system enhancements and automation initiatives Work both independently and collaboratively to identify, track, and resolve operational and infrastructure issues Required Skills and Experience Minimum

8 years of professional experience

working with

Unix Operating System technologies

(AIX preferred) Expert-level knowledge of: AIX LVM, LPAR profile creation/configuration, PowerVM administration AIX OS installation via NIM

and system configuration NIM administration and automation , Power Systems firmware upgrades Proficient in automation/orchestration tools such as

Ansible, Python, Shell scripting , and Agile methodologies Strong understanding of: Network concepts (VLANs, TCP/IP, vSwitch, SEAs) NFS client/server administration, SUDO configuration, LDAP client management Experience with

performance monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting

in AIX environments Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with

PowerHA clustering

and related high-availability configurations Experience supporting

networking and storage technologies

in large-scale enterprise environments Prior exposure to

regulated or government infrastructure

environments Schedule and Work Details Initial work schedule:

Monday–Friday , transitioning later to

Tuesday–Saturday

or

Sunday–Thursday Remote to start;

occasional onsite work

may be required in the future Long-term contract with potential for

extension or direct hire About Seneca Resources At Seneca Resources, we are more than just a staffing and consulting firm, we are a trusted career partner. With offices across the U.S. and clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to government organizations, we provide opportunities that help professionals grow their careers while making an impact. When you work with Seneca, you’re choosing a company that invests in your success, celebrates your achievements, and connects you to meaningful work with leading organizations nationwide. We take the time to understand your goals and match you with roles that align with your skills and career path. Our consultants and contractors enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plans, and the support of a dedicated team who will advocate for you every step of the way. Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Contract Job function

Finance Banking and IT Services and IT Consulting

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