Linux IT Operations Analyst

About The Company

Vistance Networks is a leading innovator in the communications technology sector, committed to shaping the future of connectivity and digital infrastructure. Our organization specializes in delivering reliable, high-performance solutions that empower businesses and individuals to stay connected in an ever-evolving digital world. With a global presence and a team of dedicated professionals, Vistance Networks prides itself on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We prioritize customer satisfaction and strive to create sustainable technological advancements that make a meaningful impact on society.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Analyst, IT Operations Linux to join our dynamic team based in Hyderabad. In this critical role, you will be responsible for the development, maintenance, and support of our Unix-based enterprise infrastructure. Your expertise will ensure the overall availability, reliability, and security of our systems, supporting vital business operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux administration, virtualization technologies, and storage management, with a proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and implement effective solutions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge infrastructure projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to the technological growth of Vistance Networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in IT, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Linux system administration, with at least 5 years in a mission-critical environment.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with VMware and Nutanix virtualization platforms.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as shell or interpreted scripts, with a focus on configuration management.
• Extensive experience managing Red Hat Linux systems and administering Solaris environments.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, with at least 5 years of tenant administration.
• Strong knowledge of storage solutions including SAN and NAS (preferably HPE and NetApp).
• Familiarity with network protocols and hardware, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and networking hardware components.
• Experience with configuration management tools like Ansible is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of identity management systems such as Active Directory and LDAP.
• Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions such as Commvault, Veeam, or NetBackup is a plus.
• Excellent communication, troubleshooting, and project management skills, with the ability to train and guide team members and non-technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Implementing, managing, and maintaining the company's Unix-based enterprise infrastructure to support critical business applications.
• Overseeing storage solutions, including SAN and NAS, for Linux, Nutanix, and VMware environments to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Monitoring system performance, capacity, and usage, and liaising with users and vendors to address issues and evolving requirements.
• Maintaining comprehensive system documentation, including licensing, hardware/software inventories, security protocols, and network layouts.
• Planning and executing system upgrades, hardware installations, and software configurations to ensure seamless operations.
• Establishing and monitoring backup procedures to safeguard data and facilitate disaster recovery efforts.
• Managing virtualization environments, including VMware vSphere administration and high availability configurations.
• Performing troubleshooting and diagnostics for hardware, software, network, and storage issues, working closely with vendors as needed.
• Developing and maintaining scripts to automate routine tasks and configuration management processes.
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Managing support tickets efficiently, prioritizing issues, and ensuring timely resolution to minimize system downtime.
• Participating in project planning, deployment, and documentation to support organizational growth and technology upgrades.

Benefits

Vistance Networks offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. These include competitive compensation, health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. We promote a culture of continuous learning, providing opportunities for training and development to enhance your skills. Our organization values work-life balance and encourages flexible working arrangements where possible. Joining Vistance Networks means becoming part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to technological innovation and excellence, with opportunities to advance your career in a stimulating environment.

Equal Opportunity

Vistance Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to innovate and serve our customers effectively, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and succeed.

Key skills/competency

• Linux System Administration
• VMware
• Nutanix
• Shell Scripting
• Red Hat Linux
• Solaris
• AWS/GCP/Azure
• SAN/NAS
• TCP/IP
• Ansible