NTT DATA seeks a skilled Linux System Administrator to join our dynamic team in Bangalore, Karnataka. This role is ideal for an innovative individual eager to grow within a forward-thinking and inclusive organization.

As a Linux System Administrator, you will be instrumental in managing and maintaining our enterprise Linux environments, ensuring their optimal performance, security, and reliability. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support critical infrastructure and contribute to the company's digital transformation initiatives.

This position offers a chance to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful projects within a global leader in business and technology services.

Manage and administer Linux operating systems (RHEL, CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu, SUSE) on a daily basis.

Handle user management, file systems, process management, and performance tuning. Analyze logs and ensure system security through hardening best practices.

Execute Linux OS patching, address vulnerabilities, and maintain compliance using tools like YUM/DNF, Spacewalk, or Satellite. Monitor system health using tools such as Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, or Grafana.

Automate tasks using Bash scripting and potentially Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Troubleshoot and resolve system outages, performance issues, and incidents within defined SLAs, performing root cause analysis.

Install, configure, and upgrade Linux systems. Gain exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

A graduate degree (B. Tech/B.E./B.Sc./MCA or equivalent) is required.

We are looking for 3 to 7 years of experience as a Linux/Unix System Administrator in enterprise settings.

Essential skills include strong command over Linux OS variants, proficiency in Bash scripting, and experience with system hardening. Familiarity with patching tools and monitoring systems is crucial.

Exposure to automation tools like Ansible, cloud platforms, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD practices is highly desirable. Understanding of ITIL processes and experience with ticketing tools like ServiceNow are also beneficial.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, a quick learning ability, and a customer-focused approach are essential for success in this role.