Linux Engineer - Infrastructure

 

 

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08600 95465 | [email protected] www.xlink.co.za

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JOB DESCRIPTION

 

ROLE TITLE: Linux Engineer - Infrastructure INTERNAL LEVEL: n/a

BUSINESS UNIT: XLink Communications (Pty) Ltd REPORTS TO: Manager - Infrastructure

FUNCTION: TNI LOCATION Sandown Crescent - Sandton

 

ROLE PURPOSE

The role will be accountable for managing and monitoring all installed Linux systems and infrastructure. Installing, configuring, testing and maintenance of Linux environments, applications, and management tools. Design and implement new and innovative technologies to assist with business demands. Automation of the Linux Environment as much as possible to ensure consistency and PCI Compliance of all Linux Servers. This role will be the subject matter expert on Linux for XLink and will play a key role in transferring skills to the rest of the team.

 

ROLE REQUIREMENT

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

KEY ACTIVITIES

Linux Servers

● Install, configure, test and maintain Linux operating systems, application software and system management tools.

● Plan, orchestrate, control and maintenance of all servers. ● Lead configuration and maintenance of software i.e., Anti-Malware, Application

Suites ● Maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies. ● Participate in the design of information and operational support systems. ● Automate Configuration of Linux Servers using configuration management tools

such as Ansible ● Maintain PCI Compliance and fixes.

 

Component Performance

● Proactive monitoring of all Linux systems and infrastructure ● Enhance performance of servers and supporting systems ● Evaluate and implement storage needs, backup needs for systems. ● Monitor and test application performance for potential bottlenecks, identify

solutions, and work with developers to implement fixes. ● Write and maintain custom scripts to increase system efficiency and lower the

human intervention time on any tasks. ● Mentoring of Peers.

 

Linux Systems

(Internal and External Network)

● Planning and implementation of changes to the server infrastructure ● Supervises building, patching, testing and deployment for systems. ● Maintenance of mission critical systems to ensure business continuity. ● Provide 3rd level support.

 

Documentation

● Documentation of solutions ● Maintain strong security posture within the Linux environment. ● Liaise with vendors and other IT personnel for problem resolution.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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08600 95465 | [email protected] www.xlink.co.za

C2 - XLink Restricted - This information can only be made available to those within the XLink business and network, such as team members, customers and business partners where appropriate.

 

 

 

 

Other Responsibilities:

 

Proactive Monitoring - Ensure the highest levels of Linux systems and infrastructure availability. Monitor key components of the Linux systems and applications through monitoring tools.

Vendor Management - Maintain relationship with technology, software and security vendors to ensure reliable delivery of services and systems.

Process and Procedures - Evaluate and improve current process and procedures to continuously improve output.

Standby Support – Ability to travel and work after hours when necessary

 

JOB SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES)

 

Person Specification

KEY COMPETENCIES / PERFORMANCE DRIVERS TECHNICAL / PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES

● Troubleshooting and Problem solving

● Attention to detail. ● Fast working

● Good communicator ● Ability to work in a pressurised environment. ● Innovation / critical judgement

● Technically minded in terms of software and networking

● Scripting, automation, and orchestration

● Linux-based experience

 

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

● IT related Degree / Diploma or Equivalent Experience

● RHCE or equivalent in Linux

● Unix/windows experience a bonus. ● 5+ years’ experience in the relevant field

 

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

● Strong communication skills

● Ability to work in a pressurised environment.