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Career Talk Job Search Queries 2 years ago
Posted on 16 Aug 2022, this text provides information on Job Search Queries related to Career Talk. Please note that while accuracy is prioritized, the data presented might not be entirely correct or up-to-date. This information is offered for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and should not be considered as a substitute for professional advice.
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This question pertains to presenting oneself when starting a job search, not targeting a particular job.
I have many years (25+) administering traditional UNIX systems (HP-UX, AIX, Solaris) as well as Linux and Open/Free BSD. While UNIX admins know the differences in what these are, sadly most recruiters and even some employers don't.
I consider the title "Senior UNIX Administrator" should be all encompassing because I understand what that means but that seems to fail many job filters. This I feel because of the types of responses I've gotten after modifying it on various job sites like LinkedIn and the conversations I've had with recruiters afterward. Should I go with a slashy-like "Senior Unix/Linux/BSD Administrator"?
Along the same lines, how do you convey additional roles within the summary to which you are suited, like storage area networking or database administration while keeping it short?
I made the mistake of Senior Systems admin and went off track into being called about MS/Win related work and some other crazy stuff. I went with UNIX and was called primarily about non-Linux work. Adding "/ Linux" changed that but it still seems to miss on some jobs. I wonder if I should not do it a better way, in particular when I also qualify for other jobs that I would consider, like those mentioned or in Python/Perl Development which I've also done extensively over the years.
As far as the actual job sought, I've been sticking with UNIX administration because as a rule, it can and often does include the other roles mentioned but only if the recruiter/employer knows what they're looking for and how to find it.
Although you haven't clarified yet, a job search should be focused on a particular job or options. You will hardly ever land a job on, say, Construction if you are presenting yourself as an IT Admin.
Most likely given your extensive career as UNIX Admin you are seeking for a job where you can apply that experience. If this is true, you should be focusing your resume on those type of jobs, and tailor it accordingly.
Under that light, I see no problem in using "Senior UNIX Administrator", because the people on the industry know what that involves and will know if they need to hire one. I also don't see much problem with "Senior Unix/Linux/BSD Administrator", although it sounds longer and more verbose.
You could write a brief description under the jobs you list (which surely mention all the *NIX flavors you know), indicating additional tasks and responsibilities you also were in charge of besides solely administering the systems.
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