Job Description

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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

• 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 & Experience

• 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 & configuration management tools (Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Strong experience in Terraform/Bicep for cloud provisioning.

You Will Excite Us If You Have
Technical Skills

• 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

• 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)

• 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:
CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.
If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next.....come connect to your future at CommScope.
CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at talentacquisition@commscope.com. You can also learn more about CommScope's accommodation process and EEO policy at
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