Linux Server Admin

Mandate – RHEL & Solaris

Relevant experience troubleshooting hardware and Red Hat Linux servers in both Virtual and standalone server environments. Experience in server Administration, OS troubleshooting knowledge. Good understanding in Compliance Remediation. Experience working with Installation and configurations of Application/Tools as required by App Teams. Commitment to following change management processes when making changes to the production environment. Candidate should be ready to work in a dynamic and challenging environment.

A strong team player; self-motivated and a great attitude, strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Responsible for providing specialized technical support remotely, including OS/Cluster troubleshooting, repairing, and debugging as necessary.
• Provides support for server remediation activities and troubleshoot as necessary towards completion.
• Automating routine jobs with shell/python scripts.
• Responsible for installation, configuration, and maintenance in support of business processing requirements and working on high-end technical issues, providing end-to-end support.
• Resolve operating system problems identified in logs and coordinate with vendors for resolution.
• Support weekend activities, rebooting servers, and closely work with application teams.

• Performance & Tuning
• Patching & package management
• Apply OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.
• Configure/add new services as necessary.
• Upgrade and configure system software that supports infrastructure applications.
• Perform patching with kickstart using automation scripts.
• Linux Core
• Advanced analysis and troubleshooting skills preferred.
• Well versed with the latest technologies of REDHAT Products (RHEL 7, Cluster, etc.)

• Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
• Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA)

• Four to seven years of system administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of Red Hat OS in both physical and virtual environments.
• Strong knowledge of patch management and automation.
• Knowledge of UNIX shell scripting.
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills and ability to work on multiple initiatives and projects.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills on Linux OS. Able to handle most basic user and group management in AD, system start-up, service modification, crontab entries, and file system management.
• Sound knowledge of enterprise networking protocols.