Linux Administrator

Techexec, the executive connections IT division, recruits permanent, temporary (FTC), contract (temp or independent contractors) positions. We are an indigenous specialist recruitment firm who since 1991 have partnered with many of the most prestigious institutions and exceptional professional services talent both locally and internationally.
We see ourselves as an extension of our clients. Each of our specialist business divisions partners with our clients to source for your needs in Information Technology, Legal & Compliance, Insurance & Actuarial, Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Business Support & Administration, and Banking & Financial Services.
For candidates, we offer a consultative service with the highest levels of professionalism that will help you find the right role for you as well as access to clients that look for the very best.
Currently, one of out clients is seeking candidates for the following role:
Linux Administrator
BV36071
Role:
Take primary responsibility for the ongoing management of a business-critical Linux (and Informix RDBMS) server infrastructure, within an established financial services organisation.
The successful candidate will assume responsibility for provision, expansion and ongoing maintenance of 5 Linux SuSE Enterprise servers with Informix RDBMS, working across a range of projects, initiatives, and day-to-day incidents and issues, to support the needs of the internal development team and business customers.
As a member of the Infrastructure team, you will also gain exposure to a diverse range of systems within a broader windows-dominant network environment, sharing knowledge and responsibility for the provision of a fully resilient and scalable infrastructure for our business.
Key responsibilities
• Monitor performance and capacity of server infrastructure (using monitoring tools)
• Administer Informix database environment
• Identify areas where improvements can be made to current technologies, processes and procedures
• Ensure servers are configured and tuned in line with best practice recommendations
• Ensure high levels of resiliency through real-time replication and backup automation
• Develop and maintain shell scripts to assist in the management of various tasks
• Perform standard server software upgrades and other maintenance
• Assist with development and maintenance of security policies and procedures in line with audit and regulatory requirements (e.g. Data Protection)
• Provide 2nd level support and technical assistance direct to onsite users and to members of the Service Desk team
• Act as point of contact for 3rd party support for any Informix and Linux issues
• Troubleshoot and repair server hardware issues
• Resolve any network issues on Linux servers (e.g. routing, firewall)
• Support development teams in releasing new versions of software, provision of dev/test environments etc.
Skills required
Essential:
• Strong knowledge level of Linux (SuSE) Enterprise and associated management and configuration tools
• Strong understanding of database technology, preferably in a DBA role – Informix and MS SQL
• Thorough understanding of server hardware and peripherals, including mirrored drives, RAID arrays and application servers clustering
• Experience with vSphere4 / VMWare 3.5
• Strong Linux scripting skills
• Good general networking knowledge (switches, routers, firewalls, access rules, NAT)
• Able to demonstrate superior creative, innovative and problem solving skills
• Able to interpret data, draw conclusions and make recommendations
• Able to analyse devices, designs, materials and processes

Desirable:
• Knowledge of Microsoft Exchange 2007 and Windows 2008 Server environment
• Knowledge of Checkpoint Firewall, 3Com, WSUS, iQuate, IIS
• Knowledge of Microsoft Sharepoint Server
• Knowledge of Symantec enterprise solutions (Backup Exec, AV)
• Knowledge of Avaya Telephony technologies (PBX, CallPilot, Symposium, iDVR)
• Experience in procurement, licensing maintenance or account management roles
Personal Skill Set Required
• Flexible and open to change: ability to react to changing priorities and work unsupervised.
• A ‘can do’ attitude and strong pro-active service ethic.
• Communication: ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, on both technical and user-friendly level
• Team working/Interaction with others: strong team player and ability to interact with colleagues at all levels
• Analysing and Problem Solving: gather information and probe for facts. Weigh up options and produce practical and workable solutions appropriate for the business and complimentary to the design or the existing architecture
• Commitment to Excellence: driven to achieve excellent standards of work and high standards of accuracy
• Planning and Organisation: good time management, ability to work to tight deadlines
• Target Driven (including resilience and stress management): remain focussed on goals even when under pressure and remain effective work despite setbacks
• Fluent in English

Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location.
For more information, please contact Barry in confidence on 353-1-6618740 or apply below.
I recruit for permanent and contract roles in C , Java, .Net, SQL, PL/SQL Development, Database Administration (SQL/Oracle/Sybase etc) as well as System Support (Windows/Unix, networking etc) as well as BI/MIS (such as Business Objects, Crystal Reports, Hyperion etc) and ERP/CRM (SAP. Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards etc). If you have these skills, and would be interested in registering with us to hear about role we have now or in the future, please contact me in confidence on 353-1-6618740.
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