Unix/Linux Patch Engineer — Hybrid (Jackson, FL)

NTT DATA, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

NTT DATA Services in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Unix/Linux Operations Specialist (Patching Engineer) for a hybrid role. You will lead patch management, coordinate with IT teams, ensure compliance, and support automation and governance across Unix infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of Unix experience, strong scripting basics, and familiarity with ITIL processes. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive benefits, and opportunities to impact enterprise security and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Unix infrastructure administration or operations.
• Knowledge of Unix OS, system administration, and support processes.
• Familiarity with patching, deployment procedures, and post-patching validation.
• Understanding of change, incident, and problem management.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end patch management across Unix infrastructure.
• Coordinate patch deployment with multiple teams and change management.
• Execute patching per approved procedures and maintenance windows.
• Perform pre-patching health checks and backup verifications.
• Track compliance and remediation, maintain records and reports.
• Support automation initiatives and integration with patching tools.
• Participate in governance reviews and audit activities.

Skills

Unix

Patching

Automation

Shell scripting

Change management

Documentation

Tools

Patch management tools

Automation platforms

Job description

NTT DATA Services in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Unix/Linux Operations Specialist (Patching Engineer) for a hybrid role. You will lead patch management, coordinate with IT teams, ensure compliance, and support automation and governance across Unix infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of Unix experience, strong scripting basics, and familiarity with ITIL processes. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, competitive benefits, and opportunities to impact enterprise security and