Linux / Unix Engineer

Responsibilities

• Administer Linux/Unix environments, including RHEL, HP-UX, Solaris, and AIX servers.
• Manage OS patching, vulnerability remediation, and security updates across server environments.
• Perform patch assessments and recommend deployment plans based on security and operational requirements.
• Use patch management tools such as BigFix and SCCM to deploy and validate patches.
• Execute pre-patching and post-patching checks and automate routine patching tasks.
• Troubleshoot operating system, hardware, and patch deployment issues.
• Perform hardware and firmware patching, BIOS upgrades, and server maintenance.
• Support cluster management, RAID technologies, and high-availability environments.
• Monitor system logs, server health, and patch compliance.
• Follow change management procedures and support SLA-driven operations, including weekend shifts and on-call support.

Requirements

• 8–12 years of experience in Linux/Unix System Administration.
• Hands-on experience with RHEL, HP-UX, Solaris, and/or AIX environments.
• Strong experience in OS patching, vulnerability management, and patch assessment.
• Experience with patch management tools such as BigFix, SCCM, or equivalent tools.
• Knowledge of hardware/firmware patching, BIOS upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Experience with pre-patching and post-patching automation.
• Basic knowledge of RAID technologies and clustering.
• Strong OS troubleshooting, log monitoring, and maintenance skills.
• Experience working in an SLA-driven environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, with flexibility to work weekends and provide on-call support.