Install configure and secure Red Hat Oracle Enterprise Linux and Solaris operating systems to meet business and security requirements.
Deploy system patches updates and upgrades to maintain compliance and stability.
Integrate Linux hosts with Red Hat Satellite for centralized lifecycle management.
Automation & Scripting
Automate system administration tasks using Ansible playbooks and shell scripting.
Develop and maintain scripts for system monitoring performance tuning and routine maintenance.
Implement automation for OS provisioning configuration and compliance enforcement.
Virtualization & Cloud Integration
Manage and support virtualization platforms including Oracle VM Manager KVM and VMware vCenter.
Support migration of workloads between on-premises and cloud environments.
Collaborate with cloud engineers to ensure integration of Unix/Linux systems with AWS Azure or GCP.
System Monitoring & Troubleshooting
Continuously monitor server performance availability and resource utilization.
Diagnose and resolve OS-related incidents hardware compatibility issues and application dependencies.
Provide second- and third-level support for Unix/Linux infrastructure escalations.
Security & Compliance
Apply hardening standards and vulnerability remediation measures on Unix/Linux systems.
Ensure compliance with security benchmarks (e.g. CIS ISO 27001) and organizational policies.
Manage user access controls authentication and system auditing to safeguard infrastructure.
Backup Recovery & High Availability
Implement backup and restore procedures to protect critical system data.
Support clustering and high-availability solutions to minimize downtime.
Perform disaster recovery drills to validate business continuity readiness.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with application teams DBAs and network engineers to support system requirements.
Engage with security compliance and DevOps teams to align infrastructure with enterprise standards.
Support project delivery by contributing Unix/Linux expertise to design and deployment initiatives.
Documentation & Knowledge Sharing
Maintain up-to-date documentation of system configurations procedures and troubleshooting guides.
Conduct training and knowledge-sharing sessions with junior engineers and support teams.
Ensure changes are tracked reviewed and recorded in accordance with ITIL processes.
Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years progressive experience administering and supporting enterprise-level Unix/Linux environments (Red Hat Enterprise Linux Oracle Linux Solaris).
Proven track record of performing system installation configuration patching and lifecycle management in mission-critical environments.
Strong expertise in shell scripting (Bash Korn Python) and automation tools (Ansible Red Hat Satellite) to streamline system administration.
Hands-on experience with virtualization technologies (VMware vCenter Oracle VM KVM) and integration with cloud-based infrastructure.
Demonstrated ability to configure monitor and troubleshoot high-availability clusters backup solutions and disaster recovery environments.
Solid understanding of security hardening compliance standards and user access controls within Unix/Linux systems.
Experience with performance monitoring and tuning to optimize system stability and resource utilization.
Familiarity with API integration DevOps practices and interoperability between Unix/Linux and enterprise applications.
Proficiency in SQL for system-related queries reporting and integration support.
Disclaimer: Drjobpro.com is only a platform that connects job seekers and employers. Applicants are advised to conduct their own independent research into the credentials of the prospective employer.We always make certain that our clients do not endorse any request for money payments, thus we advise against sharing any personal or bank-related information with any third party. If you suspect fraud or malpractice, please contact us via contact us page.