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Linux Specialist @ Cognizant

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Job Description:

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Linux Specialist with strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Apache Web Server, Wildfly Application Server, MySQL Database, and Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure). The ideal candidate should be a fast learner, proactive, and ethical, capable of managing complex system environments and delivering high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Linux System Administration: Manage and optimize RHEL and SUSE Linux systems, ensuring the environment runs efficiently, securely, and with minimal downtime.
  • Web Server Management: Administer and configure Apache Web Servers, ensuring high availability, performance, and security for web applications.
  • Application Server Support: Install, configure, and maintain Wildfly Application Servers for optimal performance and scalability.
  • Database Management: Administer and optimize MySQL databases, ensuring data integrity, performance, and security.
  • Cloud Infrastructure: Configure and manage Linux-based workloads in AWS and Azure, including setting up virtual machines, networking, storage, and monitoring cloud environments.
  • Automation & Scripting: Write and maintain scripts (Bash, Python, etc.) to automate routine tasks, deployment processes, and monitoring.
  • Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive measures to improve system efficiency.
  • Security and Compliance: Implement security best practices, including patch management, firewall configurations, access control, and user authentication.
  • Collaboration & Documentation: Work closely with other IT teams to ensure that all systems are aligned with business needs, and document procedures, configurations, and changes.
  • Continuous Learning & Improvement: Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to enhance technical skills and optimize system environments.

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Required:
    • Expertise in RHEL: Strong experience in RHEL system administration and configuration.
    • Web Server Management: Hands-on experience with Apache Web Server, including configuration, optimization, and troubleshooting.
    • Application Server Management: Proficiency with Wildfly and Java-based application server deployment.
    • Database Management: Solid experience in administering MySQL databases, including tuning, replication, backup, and recovery.
    • Cloud Platforms: Practical experience with AWS and/or Azure cloud services, with a focus on deploying and managing Linux-based applications.
    • Scripting: Proficiency in Bash, Python, or other scripting languages for task automation and system management.
    • Security Best Practices: Understanding of system security fundamentals (e.g., SSH, firewall, SELinux, and system hardening).
    • Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve complex issues in Linux systems, web servers, application servers, and databases.
  • Preferred:
    • SUSE Linux: Experience with SUSE Linux distributions is a plus.
    • Automation: Experience with automation tools
    • Certifications: Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or Azure Administrator Associate certification is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

  • Self-motivated with a strong ability to learn new technologies quickly.
  • Ethical, reliable, and accountable with a commitment to high standards of work.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Job Classification

Industry: IT Services & Consulting
Functional Area / Department: IT & Information Security
Role Category: IT Infrastructure Services
Role: IT Infrastructure Services - Other
Employement Type: Full time

Contact Details:

Company: Orcapod Consulting
Location(s): Chennai

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Keyskills:   LINUX Apache Web Server RHEL Bash AWS AZURE MY SQL SUSE Shell Scripting Postgresql

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