Infrastructure Support Specialist - Linux Patching

Infrastructure Support Specialist - Linux Patching

The Infrastructure Support Specialist - Linux Patching will be responsible for ensuring the security, stability, and compliance of enterprise Linux systems through timely patching and maintenance. The role involves coordinating patching cycles, troubleshooting post‑patch issues, and collaborating with DBAs and application teams to minimize downtime. A working knowledge of Oracle Database environments on Linux is essential.

• Experience in cloud and hybrid environments with exposure and working knowledge on OCP, OCI and other virtualization platforms.
• Construct patching plans and reports to oversee patching status.
• Good level of experience of CLI & troubleshooting skills.
• Hands on knowledge on servers working in PR‑DR datacenters.
• Good understanding on Linux vulnerability assessment report and mitigation.
• Working knowledge and best practices of Oracle database on Linux from patching perspective.
• Plan, schedule, and execute Linux OS patching (RHEL, Oracle Linux) across production and non‑production environments.
• Use enterprise patch management tools (e.g., Red Hat Satellite, Ansible, Oracle Enterprise Manager) to automate and monitor patch deployment.
• Coordinate quarterly and emergency patch cycles, ensuring minimal business impact and adherence to change management processes (ITIL).
• Perform pre‑ and post‑patching validation, including system health checks, service status, and connectivity verification.
• Collaborate with Oracle DBAs to patch and maintain servers hosting Oracle Database (standalone or RAC).
• Support patching of Oracle Grid Infrastructure and ensure compatibility between OS and DB patch levels.
• Maintain accurate patch compliance reports, exceptions, and rollback documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve OS‑level or database‑related issues arising from patching.
• Participate in vulnerability remediation efforts based on security scan findings (e.g., Tenable).
• Contribute to automation and process improvements in patch management.
• Support incident response related to patching, kernel upgrades, and system security.

• 8+ years of experience in a relevant technical position in large organizations.
• Certifications such as RHCSA/RHCE, Oracle OCA, or Linux Foundation certifications (e.g., LFCE).
• Excellent technical knowledge and hands‑on skills in Linux, Oracle Database on Linux, and patch management tools.
• Strong CLI and troubleshooting skills, experience with automation (Ansible) and enterprise patch tools.
• Experience with ITIL change management processes.
• Ability to operate in cloud (OCP, OCI) and virtualized environments.
• Experience in PR‑DR datacenters and vulnerability assessment.