Linux Platform Engineer (Contract)

Key Responsibilities: Linux System Administration: • Install, Configure, Harden, Patch, and maintain Linux systems (primarily RHEL-based distributions) • Perform OS tuning, performance optimisation, and capacity planning • Ensure system security compliance (CIS benchmarks, patching, vulnerability remediation) Infrastructure Operations: • Manage Linux systems across development, testing, and production environments • Provide Level 3 support for Linux-related incidents and issues • Support high availability and disaster recovery configurations Automation & DevOps: • Develop and maintain automation using Ansible, Bash, and Python • Automate provisioning, patching, and configuration management workflows • Working knowledge of BigFix for endpoint management, patch deployment, software distribution and compliance reporting. • Continuously improving system efficiency through infrastructure-as-code practices System Monitoring & Reliability: • Monitor system health, logs, and performance using enterprise monitoring tools • Troubleshoot system bottlenecks, kernel issues, and application dependencies • Ensure high system availability and uptime • Working knowledge of Zabbix for infrastructure monitoring, alert management, and performance monitoring. Hardware & Platform Support: • Support physical server infrastructure, including installation and maintenance • Coordinate with vendors and internal teams for hardware-related issues Documentation & Compliance: • Maintain documentation of system configurations, procedures, and runbooks • Ensure compliance with internal policies, security standards, and audit requirements Requirements: • Degree in computer science/information technology • Minimum 4 years of experience in IT Infrastructure Engineer role supportingcritical system • Experienced in developing infrastructure automation using Ansible and shell scripting. • Strong hands-on expertise in RHEL / Linux (LVM, Networking, Kernel tuning) • Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible preferred) • Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) and familiarity with Python • Experience working in large-scale production environments • Familiarity with containers (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus • Understanding of security hardening and compliance standards • Red Hat certification (RHCSA/RHCE) is highly desirable • Ability to provide 24x7 support and handle standby/on-call support whenever needed. • Strong working knowledge of the banking environment. • Experience with MAS TRM Guidelines and PCI-DSS security compliance requirements will be an added advantage. Soft Skills: • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Detail-orientated with strong documentation skills. • Self-motivated and possesses strong analytical skills, sharp and meticulous. • Strong interpersonal skills and good time management skills. • ITIL certification is an added advantage