Unix Systems Engineer

In brief

**Overview** The National Health Laboratory Service, a consumer services company based out of 1 Modderfontein Road, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking a full-time Unix Systems Engineer. This role is in the ICT / Computer field and is located in South Africa. **What you will do** * To install, configure and support the UNIX architecture in order to provide maximum performance and availability of the systems. * To install, configure and support UNIX system to ensure optimal performance, capacity management and availability. * To manage UNIX system to ensure adequate security and optimal performance of the operating system. * To secure the UNIX system by establishing and enforcing policies, defining and monitoring access. * To perform advanced fault finding and diagnostics on UNIX system and undertake routine preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance and availability. * To review server statistics, identifying trends in levels of services and propose capacity changes as required, to analyse data and compile usage and other reports. * To perform system back-ups, recover lost data and maintain security as well as to conduct routine audits of the servers to establish standards, policies, configuration guidelines and procedures. * To provide secondary support for UNIX system administrators and provide advice and guidance to them. * To document server hardware and software assets and licences as per audit requirements. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * 3 year Diploma in Information Technology (NQF Level 6) * Unix/Linux/SunSolaris Cerfication * 3 years Unix Administrator experience * Data Protector Experience * OSB Back-up experience * Good understanding of Data Protector processes * Exposure to OSB Backups * Reasonable knowledge of Linux/Redhat * Understanding of Oracle EBS (Desirable) * Good understanding of HPUX * Effective communication skill * Computer literacy * Team oriented * Analytical and detailed in approach * Multi-tasking oriented * Sense of urgency and ability to work under pressure * Staff supervision * Mentorship * Ability to handle pressure * Report writing skills * Planning and organising skills * Time Management skills **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is a full-time Unix Systems Engineer with a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Information Technology and 3 years of Unix Administrator experience. Applicants should possess Unix/Linux/SunSolaris certification, experience with Data Protector and OSB Back-up, and reasonable knowledge of Linux/Redhat and HPUX. An understanding of Oracle EBS is considered desirable. Key competencies include effective communication, computer literacy, being team-oriented, an analytical and detailed approach, multi-tasking, a sense of urgency, the ability to work under pressure, staff supervision, mentorship, report writing, planning, organising, and time management skills. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/unix-systems-engineer-national-health-laboratory-services Source: myjobmag

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