Unix System Administrator – Backup & Data Recovery Specialist

Company Description

Organization

Our Mission Statement

Digital and human resources at the center of the sustainable development of our society.

In a world of continuous transformation, accelerated by technological developments and societal challenges, it is necessary to adapt in an ongoing, agile way to meet the challenges of the future.

About Inetum

Inetum is a European leader in digital services. Inetum’s team of 27,000 consultants and specialists strive every day to make a digital impact for businesses, public sector entities and society. Inetum’s solutions aim at contributing to its clients’ performance and innovation as well as the common good.

Present in 19 countries with a dense network of sites, Inetum partners with major software publishers to meet the challenges of digital transformation with proximity and flexibility. Driven by its ambition for growth and scale, Inetum generated sales of 2.4 billion euros in 2024.

For further information, please visit www.inetum.com 

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Unix Backup Administrator with expertise in backup solutions, data restoration, and Unix/Linux systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for configuring, monitoring, and maintaining backup jobs, ensuring data integrity and availability across critical systems. This role requires strong technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration with cross-functional IT teams.

Responsibilities

• Configure and monitor backup jobs using enterprise backup software (e.g., Tivoli Storage Manager, Veeam, Commvault, Acronis, Veritas NetBackup).
• Perform data restoration for databases, virtual machines (VMs), logical partitions (LPARs), and applications.
• Ensure compliance with recovery point objectives (RPO) and recovery time objectives (RTO).
• Maintain and troubleshoot backup infrastructure across Linux (Red Hat), AIX, and Windows environments.
• Collaborate with storage teams to manage NAS/SAN systems and RAID configurations.
• Support cloud-based backup solutions (e.g., Azure Backup, AWS Backup).
• Document backup configurations, restoration procedures, and incident reports.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with backup software and technologies.
• Strong understanding of data restoration processes and RPO/RTO concepts.
• Proficiency in Linux (Red Hat), Unix (AIX), and Windows Server systems.
• Familiarity with NAS/SAN storage, RAID, and cloud backup solutions.
• Knowledge of network architecture and protocols (SMB, NFS, FTP).
• Basic scripting skills in Bash, Python, or PowerShell for task automation.
• Understanding of file systems and permission structures.

Soft Skills And Organizational Abilities:

• Attention to detail to prevent errors in backup and restoration processes.
• Team collaboration with system administrators and DevOps teams.
• Time management and prioritization, especially during urgent recovery scenarios.
• Effective documentation and reporting of backup activities and incidents.

Education And Certifications:

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant certifications (optional but appreciated): IBM Certified Administrator - Spectrum Protect

Additional Information

Benefits

• Full access to foreign language learning platform
• Personalized access to tech learning platforms
• Tailored workshops and trainings to sustain your growth
• Medical insurance
• Meal tickets
• Monthly budget to allocate on flexible benefit platform
• Access to 7 Card services
• Wellbeing activities and gatherings