System Engineer (Red Hat,CentOS,Ubuntu) - Singapore Based

NCS Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 289,000 - 417,000; Full time

Job summary

NCS Group is seeking an experienced Unix/Linux Administrator to manage and secure our IT infrastructure as part of a major relocation project to Singapore. The role focuses on reliability, performance, and SLA compliance.

You will manage Red Hat and other Unix/Linux servers, ensure high availability, and lead troubleshooting, backup, and systems integration activities. Collaboration with teams and mentoring juniors are expected.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in Unix/Linux administration.
• Strong knowledge of Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Hands-on experience with shell scripting (Bash, Korn).
• Familiarity with file systems, LVM, and RAID configurations.
• Experience in system monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, etc.).
• Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSH).
• Experience with patching and vulnerability management.
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field

Responsibilities

• Manage Red Hat and other Unix/Linux servers including operational, backup and meet SLA.
• Ensure high availability of Unix platforms (Red Hat, Solaris, HPUX) that support business functions and external partners.
• Troubleshoot and remediate issues impacting the operation of the infrastructure.
• Assist with planning and implementing systems integrations following M&A activities.
• Document the design, operation and troubleshooting of technology platforms and procedures.
• Operate as a SME on infrastructure projects pertaining to Linux, VMware, Oracle, WebLogic, and Storage.
• Perform infrastructure design, deployment, monitoring, upgrades, and optimization; create documentation.
• Suggest improvements based on technology, best practices, or changing requirements.
• Provide regular updates to management on advantages and opportunities for new technologies and automation.
• Establish close working relationships with Team Leads, customers and Project Management.
• Assist Technical Operations with testing and implementation of new technologies and/or services; work with outside consultants as needed.
• Help resolve complex IT issues in Tier 1 & 2 capacity.
• Train/Mentor junior staff members as appropriate.
• Experience with Oracle and WebLogic installation, management, monitoring and support.
• Understand backup technologies like Commvault, Data Protector; perform backup/restoration annually.
• Support Disaster Recovery exercises conducted by customer.

Skills

Unix/Linux administration

Shell scripting

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

Commvault

Data Protector

VMware

Oracle

WebLogic

Job description

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This job requires full relocation to Singapore.

Job Description

We are looking for a skilled Unix/Linux Administrator to manage, maintain, and support our IT infrastructure. The ideal candidate will ensure system reliability, performance, and security while supporting day-to-day operations.

What will you do?

Manage the redhat servers and administer the servers including operational, backup and meet the SLA.

Ensure high availability of Unix platforms Redhat, Solaris, HPUX that support business functions and external

Troubleshoot and remediate issues impacting the operation of the infrastructure.

Assist with planning and implementing systems integrations following M&A activity.

Document the design, operation and troubleshooting of technology platforms and procedures.

Operate as a technical expert (subject matter expert) on infrastructure projects pertaining to Linux, VMware, Oracle, Weblogic and Storage

Perform infrastructure design and implementations, performance analysis and optimization, systems monitoring and problem resolution, upgrade planning and execution, and process creation and documentation.

Suggest improvements based on technology, best practices, or changing requirements.

Provide regular updates to management on advantages and potential opportunities for new technologies and automation.

Establish close working relationships with Team Leads, customers and Project Management.

Assist Technical Operations with testing & implementation of new technologies and/or services Work with and manage outside consulting technical subject matter experts as needed.

Help to resolve complex IT issues in a Tier 1 & 2 capacity.

Train/Mentor junior staff members as appropriate.

Experience in Oracle and WebLogic including methods, policies and procedures for installation, management, monitoring and support.

Understand the backup technology like Commvault, --Data Protector. Perform backup and restoration annually for systems.

Support Disaster Recovery exercise conducted by customer.

Qualifications

7-10 years of experience in Unix/Linux administration

Strong knowledge of Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)

Hands-on experience with shell scripting (Bash, Korn)

Familiarity with file systems, LVM, and RAID configurations

Experience in system monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, etc.)

Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, SSH)

Experience with patching and vulnerability management

Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field

Preferred Attributes

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines