Unix/Linux/VCS System Engineer

Job description

Position Description:

CGI is looking for a Unix/Linux/VCS System Engineer to join the team.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES / ROLE
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues
• Communication: Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and stakeholders
• Attention to Detail: Precision in managing system configurations and documentation
• Oversee the configuration, installation, and maintenance of Unix operating systems (e.g., AIX, Solaris, HP-UX) and VCS clusters
• Apply patches and updates to ensure systems are up-to-date and secure
• Implement and manage security measures to protect systems from vulnerabilities and threats. Ensure systems comply with organizational policies, industry regulations, and security best practices
• Providing technical support and guidance and work closely with other IT teams (e.g., network, database, application) to ensure seamless integration and support
• Monitor and optimize system performance, including configuring hardware, adjusting kernel parameters, and managing system resources
• Identify and address BAU (business as usual) support incidents and requests
• Provide BAU support and manage incidents and requests, providing root cause analysis and preventive measures
• Investigate and resolve complex system issues, including hardware failures, software bugs, and performance bottlenecks
• Implement monitoring tools and scripts (bash) to proactively manage system health and performance
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
• Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and maintenance activities

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

MANDATORY SKILLS:
• Strong knowledge of RHEL6, RHEL7 & RHEL8 and Veritas Cluster Server in large scale data centre environments
• Extensive knowledge of VCS in a Red Hat Linux environment (physical and virtual). This includes Storage Foundation, Volume Manager, Veritas Infoscale and Cluster File System

• Ability to test and upgrade VCS while producing detailed documentation for the team and stakeholders
• Previous exposure migrating VCS clusters e.g., host-based, and array-based migrations
• Experience with the operation of a large VMware infrastructure
• Experience of patching Linux servers to remediate vulnerabilities
• Utilize automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Ansible & YAML, Puppet) to develop and maintain scripts for automation of routine tasks and system management
• Migration, upgrade and rebuild of legacy Linux Servers from RHEL6 & RHEL7 to RHEL8
• Working knowledge of change management processes and attending change board meetings
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team

Nice to have:
• Administration of Solaris and AIX
• RHCSA / RHCE certified
• ServiceNow (or similar ITSM toolset) for managing incidents, requests, and changes
• Development tools such as Git and Gitlab
• Administration of Red Hat Satellite
• Exposure to monitoring tools such as Dynatrace

Skills:

·  Ansible
·  Puppet Config Management
·  RedHat

What you can expect from us:

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.