Operations - Linux/ (Chennai)

Adani Group; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group is seeking an experienced Linux Infrastructure Engineer to ensure availability and security of our Linux estate. You will administer servers, monitor performance, implement automation, and maintain documentation. The role collaborates with IT teams to uphold SLAs and drive best practices in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years of Linux experience, RHCSA/CCNA/VCP preferred, and a strong foundation in ITIL processes and scripting (Bash/PowerShell).

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–12 years of hands-on Linux experience in data center/IT infra environments.
• Strong knowledge of RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu Linux distributions.
• Experience with scripting (Bash, PowerShell) for automation.
• Familiarity with ITIL or similar IT service management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Linux infrastructure.
• Administer Linux servers ensuring availability, performance, and security.
• Monitor system performance and perform routine maintenance.
• Provide incident and service request support for Linux.
• Maintain documentation of configurations and procedures.
• Generate reports on system performance and health metrics.
• Ensure security compliance and best practices for Linux environments.
• Collaborate with network engineers and IT teams.
• Assist in change management with testing and documentation.
• Promote digital mindset and stay updated with AI advancements.

Skills

Linux server administration

System monitoring

Automation scripting (Bash, PowerShell

Security practices

ITIL familiarity

RHCSA

CCNA

VCP

Education

Bachelor or master in CS/CE/IT/IS

RHCSA certificate

CCNA certificate

VCP certificate

Tools

Red Hat

CentOS

Ubuntu

Job description

Purpose/Objective

This role is significant for ensuring availability & maintenance of Linux infrastructure.

Involves supporting the administration of Linux servers & systems, ensuring their optimal performance & security.

Monitor system performance & perform routine maintenance & testing tasks while adhering to security procedures & policies and ensuring adherence to Service Level Agreements.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Linux Infrastructure Management: Assist in managing and maintaining Linux infrastructure.
• Linux Server Administration: Support the administration of Linux servers, ensuring availability, performance, and security.
• System Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitor system performance and availability, performing regular maintenance tasks to ensure optimal operation of Linux environments.
• Incident and Service Request Support: Provide support for Linux-related incidents and service requests, escalating issues as needed for timely resolution.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate documentation of system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Generate reports on system performance and health metrics.
• Security Compliance and Best Practices: Implement and adhere to security policies, procedures, and best practices for Linux environments, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Work collaboratively with network engineers, system administrators, and other IT teams to ensure integrated and efficient operations of Linux systems.
• Change Management in Linux Environments: Assist in managing changes to Linux environments through rigorous testing, coordination, and documentation to minimize risks and disruptions.
• Digital mindset: Champions a digital mindset within the organization to drive innovation and competitiveness.
• Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness.
• Key Stakeholders - Internal: DC Operations team Managed Services team Chief Info Security Officer Network Ops team Key Stakeholders - External: Client Partners (service, IT infra & OEM suppliers)

Technical Competencies

• Audits and Assessments-ACX
• Change Management-ACX
• Client Relationship Management-ACX
• Compliance Management-ACX
• Documentation & Reporting-ACX
• Incident Management-ACX
• Risk Management-ACX
• Root Cause Analysis-ACX
• Security Assessments-ACX
• Troubleshooting-ACX

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor or master degree in computer science or computer engineering or information technology or information systems.
• Preferred Certification(s): RedHat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) / CCNA / VCP Experience: 1-6 8-12 yrs years of hands-on experience in supporting Linux systems within a data center or IT infrastructure environment.
• Understanding of Linux operating systems (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc. ) & knowledge of scripting language (Bash, PowerShell) for automation & task execution.
• Familiarity with ITIL or other IT service management frameworks. .