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Senior Unix Systems Administrator
CA - Irvine or TX - Dallas
Opportunity Snapshot
Challenge and expand your technical skills in our dynamic, high growth environment. We're Arbonne, a leading e-business that is growing by leaps and bounds, and we want you to help us achieve the next level of success.
As Senior Unix Systems Administrator, you'll advance your core competencies by working alongside a talented team of savvy IT professionals in a diverse computing environment. You will also be exposed to a wide variety of new skills as you also assist with high end storage networks, data center migration, disaster recovery, security initiatives, productivity optimization efforts, systems implementation, 24x7 support, and much more. . .
Our Requirements
- 7+ years of IBM AIX system administration experience, including:
- 5+ years of AIX-specific experience.
- At least one year of RedHat Linux Administration.
- Exposure to most AIX 5L system administration tools, commands and utilities.
- Configuration experience in multiple logical subsystems utilizing IBM HMC, including LPAR configuration, NIM and VIO.
- Experience in installing and administring TSM (Server and client) to manage backup and restore processes.
- Experience with Performance Tuning, UNIX security fundamentals, and account administration.
- LTOx library experience.
- Proficiency and knowledge in Advanced POWER Virtualization on IBM P5 Systems.
- Experience in installing and administring HACMP.
- Ability to provide direct support for storage administration of Hitachi USP600, FAStT/DS4800 and McData SAN switches.
- Ability to write functional scripts in an administrative language (Shell, Perl).
- Strong proficiency with IBM's pSeries product line.
- Good knowledge in Networks, Routers, Switches, SAN, NAS, Hitachi Storage, Enterprise Storage.
- Understanding of SOX compliance.
- Ability and willingness to support a 24x7 Production and Development environment.
- Project management skills and ability to follow operational procedures.
Preferred, but not required:
- Certifications on AIX, HACMP, CISCO, etc.
- Bachelor's degree.
More Rewards
- A world-class tech environment -- we employ the most recent technology available, and since our success depends on maintaining state-of-the-art systems, we'll always welcome your suggestions for keeping it that way. Currently our environment includes Cisco and Microsoft infrastructure components, and three different platforms and databases -- a Microsoft platform that supports our proprietary web program; an IBM UniVerse platform on which our commission system operates; and a Unix-based Oracle ERP system that combines both boxed and customized applications.
- Great work environment -- you'll join a tight-knit, team-oriented atmosphere within an established industry leader that is not afraid to commit the resources necessary for success.
- Career advancement -- the experience and skills you develop in this role will prepare you to pursue a choice of career paths -- including architectural and managerial opportunities -- depending on your specific interests and strengths.
- Excellent compensation -- our company consistently looks for ways to reward employees, so in addition to a competitive compensation package, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) plan; an employee product discount; and more.
More About Your Role
In our brand new Dallas data center, you'll join our Technical Infrastructure Team and report to the Manager of Open Systems. You'll begin with formalized training at our Irvine, California office, where you'll have an opportunity to meet the rest of the team and develop an understanding of our current systems and processes. Once up to speed, you will take point in:
- Supporting and maintaining our IBM P5-Series servers running AIX 5.3, several terabytes of Hitachi USP and IBM DS4800 disk storage, TSM, and SAN.
- Utilizing numerous Unix-based tools, scripting languages and automated monitoring services to support and control a diverse computing environment.
- Coaching and mentoring other Administrators.
- Providing on-call support as needed to keep our 24/7 operations up and running.
You will also become an active contributor on several of our major current initiatives, which include:
- Transitioning our operations and building the infrastructure of the new Dallas facility.
- Developing a disaster recovery system from the ground up.
- Enhancing our security initiatives.
- Implementing various new solutions designed to optimize our productivity and environment.
Keys to Success
We'll look to you to leverage your technical expertise to not only maintain -- but also build and enhance -- our systems in a constant effort to boost our growth and keep us ahead of the curve. This will entail proactively looking at our operations from all angles and coming up with effective solutions that improve our productivity, availability, and scalability, while staving off potential issues before they occur. Success in our environment will also call for:
- The ability to act quickly and keep pace in our dynamic, high-performance environment.
- A team player approach to working collaboratively, sharing insight, and backing up your fellow Systems Administrators.
- The willingness to be on-call and to jump in to support our 24x7 operations as needed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The flexibility to flow with the many changes taking place during our transition and growth.
- The desire to constantly learn and grow, to pick up new skills and take on increased responsibilities, and to positively challenge yourself as well as those around you.
If this sounds like the right mix of challenge and opportunity, and you meet the required qualifications, we look forward to hearing from you.
About Us
Arbonne International, LLC is a direct-selling company founded in 1980 with a mission to develop and distribute Swiss-formulated skin care products that are pure, safe and beneficial. Now, 26 years later, Arbonne has grown from a skin care line to include color, aromatherapy, nutrition, and weight loss products. Arbonne premium skin care products are formulated in Switzerland at the Arbonne Institute of Research and Development (AIRD) and made in the U.S.A. Arbonne markets its products exclusively through a network of Independent Consultants. The Company has more than 1,000,000 Independent Consultants doing business in the United States and Canada. For more information please visit www.arbonne.com.
Opportunity Snapshot
Challenge and expand your technical skills in our dynamic, high growth environment. We're Arbonne, a leading e-business that is growing by leaps and bounds, and we want you to help us achieve the next level of success.
As Senior Unix Systems Administrator, you'll advance your core competencies by working alongside a talented team of savvy IT professionals in a diverse computing environment. You will also be exposed to a wide variety of new skills as you also assist with high end storage networks, data center migration, disaster recovery, security initiatives, productivity optimization efforts, systems implementation, 24x7 support, and much more. . .
Our Requirements
- 7+ years of IBM AIX system administration experience, including:
- 5+ years of AIX-specific experience.
- At least one year of RedHat Linux Administration.
- Exposure to most AIX 5L system administration tools, commands and utilities.
- Configuration experience in multiple logical subsystems utilizing IBM HMC, including LPAR configuration, NIM and VIO.
- Experience in installing and administring TSM (Server and client) to manage backup and restore processes.
- Experience with Performance Tuning, UNIX security fundamentals, and account administration.
- LTOx library experience.
- Proficiency and knowledge in Advanced POWER Virtualization on IBM P5 Systems.
- Experience in installing and administring HACMP.
- Ability to provide direct support for storage administration of Hitachi USP600, FAStT/DS4800 and McData SAN switches.
- Ability to write functional scripts in an administrative language (Shell, Perl).
- Strong proficiency with IBM's pSeries product line.
- Good knowledge in Networks, Routers, Switches, SAN, NAS, Hitachi Storage, Enterprise Storage.
- Understanding of SOX compliance.
- Ability and willingness to support a 24x7 Production and Development environment.
- Project management skills and ability to follow operational procedures.
Preferred, but not required:
- Certifications on AIX, HACMP, CISCO, etc.
- Bachelor's degree.
More Rewards
- A world-class tech environment -- we employ the most recent technology available, and since our success depends on maintaining state-of-the-art systems, we'll always welcome your suggestions for keeping it that way. Currently our environment includes Cisco and Microsoft infrastructure components, and three different platforms and databases -- a Microsoft platform that supports our proprietary web program; an IBM UniVerse platform on which our commission system operates; and a Unix-based Oracle ERP system that combines both boxed and customized applications.
- Great work environment -- you'll join a tight-knit, team-oriented atmosphere within an established industry leader that is not afraid to commit the resources necessary for success.
- Career advancement -- the experience and skills you develop in this role will prepare you to pursue a choice of career paths -- including architectural and managerial opportunities -- depending on your specific interests and strengths.
- Excellent compensation -- our company consistently looks for ways to reward employees, so in addition to a competitive compensation package, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) plan; an employee product discount; and more.
More About Your Role
In our brand new Dallas data center, you'll join our Technical Infrastructure Team and report to the Manager of Open Systems. You'll begin with formalized training at our Irvine, California office, where you'll have an opportunity to meet the rest of the team and develop an understanding of our current systems and processes. Once up to speed, you will take point in:
- Supporting and maintaining our IBM P5-Series servers running AIX 5.3, several terabytes of Hitachi USP and IBM DS4800 disk storage, TSM, and SAN.
- Utilizing numerous Unix-based tools, scripting languages and automated monitoring services to support and control a diverse computing environment.
- Coaching and mentoring other Administrators.
- Providing on-call support as needed to keep our 24/7 operations up and running.
You will also become an active contributor on several of our major current initiatives, which include:
- Transitioning our operations and building the infrastructure of the new Dallas facility.
- Developing a disaster recovery system from the ground up.
- Enhancing our security initiatives.
- Implementing various new solutions designed to optimize our productivity and environment.
Keys to Success
We'll look to you to leverage your technical expertise to not only maintain -- but also build and enhance -- our systems in a constant effort to boost our growth and keep us ahead of the curve. This will entail proactively looking at our operations from all angles and coming up with effective solutions that improve our productivity, availability, and scalability, while staving off potential issues before they occur. Success in our environment will also call for:
- The ability to act quickly and keep pace in our dynamic, high-performance environment.
- A team player approach to working collaboratively, sharing insight, and backing up your fellow Systems Administrators.
- The willingness to be on-call and to jump in to support our 24x7 operations as needed.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The flexibility to flow with the many changes taking place during our transition and growth.
- The desire to constantly learn and grow, to pick up new skills and take on increased responsibilities, and to positively challenge yourself as well as those around you.
If this sounds like the right mix of challenge and opportunity, and you meet the required qualifications, we look forward to hearing from you.
About Us
Arbonne International, LLC is a direct-selling company founded in 1980 with a mission to develop and distribute Swiss-formulated skin care products that are pure, safe and beneficial. Now, 26 years later, Arbonne has grown from a skin care line to include color, aromatherapy, nutrition, and weight loss products. Arbonne premium skin care products are formulated in Switzerland at the Arbonne Institute of Research and Development (AIRD) and made in the U.S.A. Arbonne markets its products exclusively through a network of Independent Consultants. The Company has more than 1,000,000 Independent Consultants doing business in the United States and Canada. For more information please visit www.arbonne.com.
