Solaris 11 Systems Engineer

Key Duties and Responsibilities As a Solaris 11 Systems Administrator, you will play a key role in maintaining and optimizing infrastructure: System Administration

• Manage and maintain Solaris 11 environments • Perform system updates, patching (SRU), and ongoing maintenance • Monitor performance and troubleshoot system issues User & Security Management

• Administer user access, roles, and permissions • Monitor audit logs and ensure compliance with security policies • Implement and maintain robust security controls and firewall configurations Backup & Recovery

• Develop and execute backup and disaster recovery strategies • Regularly test recovery processes to ensure data integrity Performance Optimization

• Analyze performance metrics and fine-tune systems • Optimize configurations to improve throughput and reduce latency Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain clear documentation of systems and procedures • Produce reports on system performance, file transfers, and security logs Collaboration & Support

• Work with cross-functional teams on deployments and integrations • Provide technical support and guidance to internal users Incident Response

• Respond swiftly to outages, incidents, or security breaches • Conduct root cause analysis and implement preventative measures Vendor & Technology Engagement

• Liaise with vendors for support and upgrades • Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies Essential Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Experience

• 510 years hands-on experience with Solaris 11 system administration Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of:

• Logical Domains (LDOMs)
• Zones
• ZFS
• SMF
• Image Packaging System (IPS)
• SRU patching
• ILOM
• Networking (incl. IPMP)

• Scripting experience (Shell, Perl) • Solid understanding of networking and security protocols • Experience with backup/recovery solutions • Exposure to Connect:Direct or similar file transfer tools (advantageous) Certifications

• Solaris 11 certifications (e.g., Solaris Certified System Administrator) • Linux certifications (e.g., RHCE) are a plus Qualifications

• Relevant formal qualification preferred Personal Attributes

• Enthusiastic and driven, with a passion for technology
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and take pride in delivering high-quality work
• Adaptable and able to manage competing priorities
• Comfortable working independently and under pressure
• A strong c

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