Systems Engineer (Linux) - Saudi National

DeepSource Technologies; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

DeepSource Technologies in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Linux/Veritas cluster administrator to manage Unix systems, VCS clusters, and VMware infrastructure. You will implement security measures, patch systems, and provide BAU support across IT teams in a large data center environment.

The role requires migration and upgrade experience, automation scripting, and strong problem-solving skills.Saudi Arabia-based, on-site, full-time position with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of RHEL6/7/8 in large data center environments.
• Extensive Veritas Cluster Server experience in Linux.
• Test and upgrade VCS with detailed docs for team.
• Migrate/upgrade/build legacy Linux servers to RHEL8.
• Operate large VMware infrastructure and patch Linux servers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee configuration, installation, and maintenance of Unix OS and VCS clusters.
• Apply patches and updates to keep systems secure.
• Implement and manage security measures to protect systems.
• Provide technical support and guidance with IT teams.
• Monitor and optimize system performance and resources.
• Provide fast BAU support for incidents and requests.
• Investigate and resolve complex system issues.
• Implement monitoring tools and scripts (bash).
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for configurations and procedures.
• Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and maintenance activities.
• Migrate, upgrade and rebuild legacy Linux servers to RHEL8.
• Test and upgrade VCS and document outcomes for stakeholders.
• Experience with VMware infrastructure operations.
• Patch Linux servers to remediate vulnerabilities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Ansible

YAML

Puppet

VMware

Veritas Cluster Server

Red Hat Satellite

Dynatrace

Git

GitLab

ServiceNow

Job description

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues
• Communication: Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and stakeholders
• Attention to Detail: Precision in managing system configurations and documentation
• Oversee the configuration, installation, and maintenance of Unix operating systems (e.g., AIX, Solaris, HP-UX) and VCS clusters
• Apply patches and updates to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure
• Implement and manage security measures to protect systems from vulnerabilities and threats. Ensure systems comply with organizational policies, industry regulations, and security best practices
• Providing technical support and guidance and work closely with other IT teams (e.g., network, database, application) to ensure seamless integration and support
• Monitor and optimize system performance, including configuring hardware, adjusting kernel parameters, and managing system resources
• Providing fast and effective BAU support for incidents and requests
• Provide BAU support and manage incidents and requests, providing root cause analysis and preventive measures
• Investigate and resolve complex system issues, including hardware failures, software bugs, and performance bottlenecks
• Implement monitoring tools and scripts (bash) to proactively manage system health and performance
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and maintenance activities

MANDATORY SKILLS:

• Strong knowledge of RHEL6, RHEL7 & RHEL8 and Veritas Cluster Server in large scale data centre environments
• Extensive knowledge of VCS in a Red Hat Linux environment (physical and virtual). This includes Storage Foundation, Volume Manager, Veritas Infoscale and Cluster File System
• Ability to test and upgrade VCS while producing detailed documentation for the team and stakeholders
• Previous exposure migrating VCS clusters e.g., host-based, and array-based migrations
• Experience with the operation of a large VMware infrastructure
• Experience of patching Linux servers to remediate vulnerabilities
• Utilize automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Ansible & YAML, Puppet) to develop and maintain scripts for automation of routine tasks and system management
• Migration, upgrade and rebuild of legacy Linux Servers from RHEL6 & RHEL7 to RHEL8
• Working knowledge of change management processes and attending change board meetings
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

NICE TO HAVE:

• Administration of Solaris and AIX
• RHCSA / RHCE certified
• ServiceNow (or similar ITSM toolset) for managing incidents, requests, and changes
• Development tools such as Git and Gitlab
• Administration of Red Hat Satellite
• Exposure to monitoring tools such as Dynatrace