Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Unix / Linux Systems Engineer to support and maintain enterprise server infrastructure within a mission-critical operating environment.
The role will focus on the administration, trouble shooting and ongoing reliability of Unix and Linux platforms, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Solaris, AIX and SUSE . You will support day-to-day infrastructure operations, system changes, incident resolution, patching and service continuity activities while ensuring agreed service levels are maintained.
Key Responsibilities
Unix / Linux Administration
- Administer and maintain enterprise Unix and Linux server environments.
- Provide operational support across RHEL, Solaris, AIX and SUSE platforms.
- Perform system maintenance, configuration, patching and software package deployment across test, pre-production and production environments.
- Support Red Hat Cluster and Oracle Solaris Cluster environments.
- Investigate server and application-related issues and perform root cause analysis.
- Troubleshoot infrastructure-related third-party applications and coordinate with vendors where escalation is required.
Incident & Change Management
- Provide Level 1 and Level 2 support for Unix/Linux infrastructure incidents.
- Respond to system incidents, security alerts and operational issues, ensuring appropriate resolution and stakeholder communication.
- Execute infrastructure changes according to established change-management procedures.
- Track operational changes and provide timely progress and status updates.
- Support corrective actions to maintain agreed service levels.
Business Continuity & Operations
- Support backup, restoration and disaster recovery activities to maintain service availability.
- Participate in infrastructure continuity and recovery exercises.
- Assist with audit activities and follow up on identified findings.
- Maintain accurate system, operational and support documentation.
- Work with internal teams and external vendors to resolve infrastructure issues.
Requirements
- Diploma or higher qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience supporting Unix/Linux systems within an enterprise environment.
- Strong administration experience in one or more of the following:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Oracle Solaris
IBM AIX
SUSE Linux
- Hands-on knowledge of Red Hat Clustering and Oracle Solaris Clustering .
- Experience with scripting languages or tools such as Perl, Ruby and AWK .
- Familiarity with SolarWinds or similar infrastructure monitoring solutions.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities.