Linux System Administrator

Whizdom; Sydney; On-site; AUD 172,200 - 206,640; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy in Sydney is seeking a Linux System Administrator to manage Oracle Solaris and Linux environments. The role requires strong experience in system administration, including SPARC and x86 platforms, and scripting skills. This contract position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to work on critical infrastructure. Applicants must be Australian citizens.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Oracle Solaris and Oracle Linux administration.
• Strong understanding of SPARC and x86 platform operations.
• Ability to monitor master consoles and respond to OS errors.

Responsibilities

• Administer Oracle Solaris and Linux systems on SPARC and x86 hardware.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot OS-level errors.
• Implement security hardening and configuration updates.

Skills

Oracle Solaris administration

Oracle Linux administration

Unix shell scripting

SPARC and x86 platform operations

System optimisation

Job description

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About the client:

Our client is a technology consultancy supporting enterprise infrastructure across legacy and modern platforms. This role is focused on maintaining and optimising Oracle Solaris and Linux environments for high availability and operational continuity.

About the role:

We are seeking a System Administrator with strong experience in Oracle Solaris and Oracle Linux. You’ll be responsible for administering SPARC and x86 platforms, applying security hardening, and supporting legacy systems. The role includes operational monitoring, scripting, and collaboration with third-party engineers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer Oracle Solaris and Linux systems on SPARC M12, S7-series, and x86 hardware.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot OS-level errors.
• Apply configuration updates and implement security hardening.
• Optimise systems for uptime and usability.
• Provide testing and support for legacy platforms.
• Deliver 24/7 operational monitoring and console support.
• Assist third-party engineers with onsite changes and issue resolution.

Required Experience:

• Proven experience in Oracle Solaris and Oracle Linux administration.
• Strong understanding of SPARC and x86 platform operations.
• Familiarity with system optimisation and legacy support.
• Ability to monitor master consoles and respond to OS errors.
• Advanced SPARC Solaris/Oracle Linux administration.
• Proficiency in Unix shell scripting and automation.
• Experience supporting enterprise applications and Oracle technologies.

What’s on offer?

This is a contract role based in Australia, commencing as soon as available. You’ll work on critical infrastructure support across legacy and modern systems in a high-availability environment.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume to apply. We will be in touch with further instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Please note that you may be required to complete selection criteria to finalise your application.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens. Pre-employment screening may include ID and work rights verification, security clearance validation, and other client-requested checks.

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• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Media, IT Services and IT Consulting, and IT System Installation and Disposal

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