A UNIX /
Linux administrator is responsible for the design, deployment, installation,
configuration and maintenance of UNIX and Linux based server systems and
software. The administrator also works on server upgrade, end-user management
and systems programming.
UNIX/Linux
Admin’s Motto:
- Configure
- Monitor
- Troubleshoot
A Day in a
UNIX/Linux Administrator’s Life:
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware & UNIX/Linux OS problems
- Replace defective components, hardware & devices when necessary
- Design, configure, and test computer hardware & operating system software
- Identify tasks which should be automated & then write automation scripts
- Monitor server & network performance to determine bottlenecks and issues
- Work with database and network administrators for operations support
- Plan and configure server, database and application migrations
- Perform automated backups of files and databases
- Manage access to different devices, drives and systems on a network
- Work in data center for installation/configuration of new servers
Skills
Required:
- Analytical thinking and problem solving ability
- Strong skills of UNIX shell scripting
- Independent problem solving, self-directed and self-starting
- Willingness to work long hours during server maintenance
- Strong troubleshooting skills
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to explain complicated technologies in layman terms
- Ability to keep updated with latest OS versions
- Ability to work in a team environment
Career Map:
Note: Students who pursue Diploma & Certificate courses in UNIX / Linux Admin without
B.E. / BCA / B.Sc.(IT) also can work in this field. However professional
degrees mentioned above will be recommended for better job prospects.
Job Titles:
- UNIX Administrator
- Linux Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- Operating Systems Analyst
- Systems Analyst
- Systems Architect
- RedHat / Suse Linux Administrator
- Solaris / AIX / HP-UX Administrator
- UNIX Shell Scripting Developer
- IT Systems Engineer
- Growth Chart
- Other Related Careers
- Network Administrator
- Windows Systems Administrator
- Backup Administrator
- SAN Storage Administrator
- Computer Engineer
- Virtualization Administrator
- Database Administrator
- Computer Programmer
- Computer Hardware Technician
- Systems Architect
- IT Helpdesk Support
- IT Security Specialist
Growth Chart:
LINUX Certifications:
- RedHat Certifications
- RHCSA : Red Hat Certified System Administrator
- RHCE : Red Hat Certified Engineer
- RHCVA : Red Hat Certified Virtualization Administrator
- RHCSS : Red Hat Certified Security Specialist
- RHCDS : Red Hat Certified Data Centre Specialist
- RHCA : Red Hat Certified Architect
- CompTIA Certifications
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Server+
- LPI Certifications
- LPIC – 1 : Junior Level Linux Certification
- LPIC – 2 : Advanced Level Linux Certification
- LPIC – 3 : Senior Level Linux Certification
- SUSE / Novell Linux Certifications
- CLA : Certified Linux Administrator
- CLDA : Certified Linux Desktop Administrator
- NCA : Novell Certified Administrator
- NCE : Novell Certified Engineer
- NCLE: Novell Certified Linux Engineer
- NCLP : Novell Certified Linux Professional
UNIX
Certifications:
- Oracle Solaris Certifications
- OCA: Oracle Certified Associate - Oracle Solaris System Administrator
- OCP: Oracle Certified Professional - Oracle Solaris System Administrator
- OCE (Network): Oracle Certified Expert - Oracle Solaris Network Administrator
- OCE (Security): Oracle Certified Expert - Oracle Solaris Security Administrator
- Oracle Linux Administrator Certified Associate
- Oracle Linux Certified Implementation Specialist
- Oracle Certified Professional - Oracle Solaris Cluster System Administrator
- IBM Certifications
- IBM CSA: IBM Certified System Administrator
- IBM CASA: IBM Certified Advanced System Administrator
- IBM CSE: IBM Certified Systems Expert
- HP Certifications
- HP CSA – HP-UX Certified Systems Administrator
- HP CSE (High Availability): HP-UX Certified Systems Expert for High Availability
- HP CSE (Networking and Security): HP-UX Certified Systems Expert for Networking and Security
- HP CSE (Virtualization): HP-UX Certified Systems Expert for Virtualization
Note: Certifications in the fields of Networking,
Operating Systems, Security, Hardware, Storage, Virtualization are also pursued
along with UNIX / Linux Admin Certifications.
Salary
Expectation:
- Diploma Holders: Rs.10,000 to Rs.15,000 per month
- Engineers : Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month
- Certifications are essential for better remuneration
Best
Wishes,
Farzad
Damania
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