The NOC Support Administrator will work as part of a NOC team that supplies complete support for all aspects of managed database and application infrastructure operations to a variety of Pythian's customers as a part of the Global Support practice.
What will you be doing
- Provide Network Operations Center (NOC) support in a 24x7 environment.
- Monitor application performance and system alerts using various monitoring tools.
- Respond to incidents and escalate issues according to established protocols.
- Trigger operational procedures for various types of production incidents.
- Actively participate in customer incidents by providing data, clear communication, and periodic, prompt status updates.
- Maintain knowledge of current ITSM tools, monitoring tools, and operational procedures.
- Coordinate, analyze, design, implement, and administer solutions as needed.
- Recommend best practices for improvements to current operational processes.
- Configure and maintain servers at the database and infrastructure level.
- Troubleshoot operational problems.
- Administer proactive database and infrastructure daily checks.
- Communicate status and planning activities to customers and team members.
- Participate in rotational shift patterns and on-call coverage plans.
- Learn different database technologies and provide support accordingly.
What do we need from you
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
- Ability to operate in a 24x7 operational environment, including working in shifts, weekends, and holidays.
- GCP background experience operating in a Linux environment.
- Familiarity with Windows, Linux, and network administration concepts.
- Ability to handle stressful situations with a level-headed approach.
- Excellent English communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to multitask and react quickly to multiple issues in parallel, following established procedures.
- A curious mindset with the tenacity to diagnose issues thoroughly.
- Knowledge of SQL Server is an asset.
- Experience with monitoring tools (ICINGA, Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana).
- Shell scripting or programming knowledge to contribute to system analysis, process improvements, and efficiency gains.
- Relevant courses and certifications (e.g., MCSE, CCNA).
What do you get in return
- Love your career: Competitive rewards and salary, opportunities to blog during work hours, and volunteer days.
- Love your work/life balance: Flexible remote work options with a stable internet connection.
- Love your coworkers: Collaborate with industry professionals.
- Love your development: Substantial training allowances, professional development days, and certification opportunities.
- Love your workspace: Equipment for remote work, including a laptop and workspace budget.
- Love yourself: Wellness budgets, paid vacation and sick days, and charity volunteer days.