Systems Engineer (Linux) - Saudi National - Riyadh, KSA

DS DeepSource; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

DS DeepSource is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator to manage and optimize a large Unix/Linux infrastructure, including RHEL6/7/8 and Veritas Cluster Server, across data-centre environments.

You will patch, automate with Ansible/YAML and Puppet, monitor performance, handle BAU incidents with root-cause analysis, and document configurations and procedures for teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 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). 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 (host-based and array-based migrations).
• Experience operating a large VMware infrastructure.
• Experience 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the configuration, installation, and maintenance of Unix operating systems and VCS clusters.
• Apply patches and updates to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure.
• Implement and manage security measures and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Provide technical support and guidance, coordinating with network, database, and application teams.
• Monitor and optimize system performance, configure hardware, adjust kernel parameters, and manage resources.
• Provide fast BAU support for incidents and requests with root-cause analysis.
• Investigate and resolve complex system issues, including hardware failures and software bugs.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and maintenance activities.

Skills

RHEL6/7/8

Veritas Cluster Server

VCS

VMware

Linux patching

Automation tools

Ansible

YAML

Puppet

Change management

Independent worker

Tools

Git

Gitlab

Red Hat Satellite

Dynatrace

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