BlueChip Technologies is a leading business application firm focused exclusively on assisting organizations in planning, designing, implementing and operating business application solutions and strategies that are central to creating and maintaining a competitive business advantage.
Role Summary
- We are looking for a skilled Unix/Linux Engineer with deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience in Red Hat, Solaris, and Oracle Linux environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and support of enterprise-level Linux systems, with a strong focus on system stability, security, and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and support Red Hat Linux, Solaris, and Oracle Linux systems.
- Handle OS installation, configuration, patching, and troubleshooting activities.
- Implement and manage virtualization technologies in the environment.
- Configure and support clustering for high availability and fault tolerance.
- Perform user and group account management in line with security policies.
- Monitor server health: disk space, CPU, memory, network usage, and concurrent logins.
- Conduct scheduled backups and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Provide remote and on-site OS support for critical deployments.
- Liaise with vendors to resolve hardware and software issues.
- Ensure system hardening and assist the security team with audits and remediation.
- Lead technology refresh projects within the infrastructure domain.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of post-NYSC experience in Unix/Linux system administration.
- Strong knowledge of Red Hat, Solaris, and Oracle Linux operating systems.
- Solid experience in virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, KVM).
- Familiarity with enterprise clustering, storage, and backup systems.
- Demonstrated experience working in Telco or Tech industry environments.
- Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills.
- Industry certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE) are highly desirable.
- Windows Server experience or certification is an added advantage.
Method of Application
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