Cloud UnixLinux Specialist

Job Title : Cloud and Unix/Linux Specialist

Job Location : Calgary Alberta

Job Description:

Were looking for a Senior Cloud and Unix/Linux Specialist who thrives in a dynamic collaborative environment.

Manager Notes:

• This individual should possess not only deep technical proficiency in cloud and Linux systems mainly RedHat Linux but also the ability to quickly adapt and contribute effectively.
• Were looking for someone with a vibrant and engaging personality who can invigorate the team share ideas freely and cultivate a constructive team atmosphere.
• This individual should blend into our group smoothly preserving our current chemistry while valuing the variety of perspectives present.
• They need to excel at proposing fresh ideas all while acknowledging and enhancing the strategies already in place.
• The ideal candidate will resonate with the Unix Teams ethos at Suncors Cloud Compute and Automation team where teamwork support and crossfunctional collaboration are paramount.
• We need someone who is not just technically skilled but also socially intelligent capable of navigating the interpersonal aspects of a closeknit group contributing to both the technical solutions and the supportive friendly work culture.
• Your contribution to the teams knowledgebase will be a key factor in evaluating your performance within the team.
• If youre someone who can juggle multiple hatsfrom cloud operations to automation and even oncall supportwhile maintaining high spirits and camaraderie were eager to meet you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Linux Expertise: Serve as the goto expert for RHEL managing maintaining and optimizing our Linux infrastructure for performance security reliability and automation.
• Unix expertise: adept at supporting our current Solaris infrastructure troubleshooting any arising issues and leading efforts to decommission these systems while migrating the applications to run on cloud platforms.
• Security: Kernel tuning system hardening patch management compliance management vulnerability management
• Monitoring and Logging: Experience with monitoring solutions and tools defining thresholds metrics
• Cloud Integration: Leverage your experience with AWS or Azure to architect deploy and manage cloud solutions that integrate seamlessly with our existing systems ensuring configuration efficiency.
• Automation and Scripting: Use your proficiency in Bash yaml or other scripting languages to automate processes reducing manual efforts and enhancing system consistency.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Lead by example guide junior team members contribute to team strategy and foster an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
• Crossfunctional Collaboration: Engage in CCAs crossfunctional initiatives taking on tasks outside your immediate role to support team goals and contribute to broader company objectives.
• Incident Management: Play a key role in resolving critical incidents ensuring rapid response and implementing longterm solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Knowledge Sharing: Regularly contribute to team meetings with ideas feedback and enhancements promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Documentation and Project management: extensive experience with Confluence and JIRA focusing on creating updating and maintaining clear comprehensive documentation and managing tasks and workflows with a commitment to frequent updates to keep pace with changes in systems processes or project scope.

Qualifications:

• Extensive Linux Experience: Expert level knowledge of Red Hat Enterprise Linux with a strong track record in system administration performance tuning security management and scripting and coding.
• Cloud Certifications: Current AWS or Azure certifications or a firm commitment to obtain one. Preference will be given to candidates with existing certifications.
• Automation Skills: Proven experience with automation tools like Ansible Terraform GitHub Ansible automation platform Ansible tower or similar including scripting and coding for custom solutions.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead projects or teams with a history of mentoring others and driving technical initiatives.
• Team Player: Must thrive in a collaborative environment showing willingness to support and work across different teams within CCA.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to Suncors culture learn new systems and contribute to strategic discussions.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills capable of explaining complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.