Deloitte—Lead Senior Associate | Linux Admin | Hyderabad | Engineering as a Service/ Operate

Job description

Description: Sr. Systems Engineer Key Responsibilities: System Installation & Configuration : Install, configure, and manage Linux operating systems (SUSE, Ubuntu, Debian, Rocky Linux) and associated software/tools. Manage system lifecycle including OS upgrades, patching, and package management. Virtualization: Provided day-to-day operational support for VMware vSphere environments including ESXi, vCenter Server, and virtual machine lifecycle management. Supported Proxmox environments for virtual machine and container-based workloads. Storage: Strong with Storage File Shares: NFS/CIFS Network and DC: Strong HW knowledge especially in the Server, Networking, Storage, BIOS & OOB arenas. Performance Monitoring & Optimization: Monitor system health and performance using industry-standard tools. Diagnose and resolve bottlenecks to ensure high availability, scalability, and reliability. Security Management: Implement and maintain security policies, access controls, and hardening standards. Apply patches, updates, and vulnerability remediations in a timely manner. Scripting & Automation: Develop scripts using Bash, Python, or Perl to automate tasks and improve operational efficiency. Utilize configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible, Salt, etc. Troubleshooting & Support: Provide advanced technical support for Linux-related issues in production environments. Troubleshoot complex hardware, software, and system-level issues. Collaboration: Partner with development, networking, cloud, and DevOps teams to support application deployments and infrastructure projects. Assist with integrating new technologies and improving existing systems. Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed documentation for configurations, procedures, standards, and troubleshooting guides. Qualifications & Skills: Experience: Proven experience as a Linux Administrator or similar role in production environments. Operating Systems: Strong knowledge of Linux distributions, kernel concepts, file systems, system initialization, and networking. Automation: Hands-on experience with Ansible, Salt Scripting: Proficiency in Bash is a strong plus. Cloud & Virtualization: Experience with VMware, Proxmox, and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Networking: Working knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, SSH, and firewall concepts. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical abilities with high attention to detail. Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to clearly articulate technical concepts.