Unix Engineer (Linux and Solaris) Job in Kenya

Aug 6, 2016

Unix Engineer (Linux and Solaris)
 

Job Summary: Assist in the administration, maintenance, support and upgrades of UNIX operating systems.
 

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of approved policies and procedures for UNIX operating system design, implementation and maintenance.


• Provide input in the planning of UNIX operating systems upgrades and deployment.


• Provide support in the implementation and user acceptance testing of UNIX operating systems.


• Assist in the development of a proactive maintenance cycle for UNIX operating systems and automate preventive/routine maintenance on systems.


• Perform daily UNIX operating system administration, including hardware & software upgrades.


• Maintain backup of the UNIX operating system network.


• Ensure optimal performance of all applications running on UNIX operating system environment in CUSTOMER through proactive tuning and preventive maintenance.

1. Perform daily UNIX systems checks and correct any issues.


2. Monitor UNIX systems performance and recommend adjustments to system parameters to ensure optimum performance and response time.

• Work with the User Support team to provide second level support to end users and ensure timely resolution of UNIX system problems.


• Liaise with relevant unit/ team/function in carrying out all relevant activities.


• Attend team/divisional/departmental meetings as required.


• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Manager, IT Operations Support.


• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, IT Operations Support.

Education and Experience requirement

• First degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.


• Minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants can submit their applications at nftkenyajobs@gmail.com