Solaris 11 Systems Engineer

SUMMARY:
Are you a skilled Solaris 11 Systems Administrator with a passion for performance, security, and reliability? Our client, a trusted fintech pioneer in providing secure, cloud-based collection platforms that bridge the gap between enterprises, employees, and financial providers, is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to join their team and take ownership of Solaris environments.
This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team, supporting critical systems and driving innovation in a dynamic environment.

POSITION INFO:
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 5-10 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 communicator with excellent client service skills Open to learning and embracing new technologies Flexible with work schedules when required What is in it for you Work in a collaborative and supportive environment Engage with cutting-edge systems and technologies Opportunities for growth, learning, and professional development Make a real impact on mission-critical systems Apply Now! For more IT jobs, please visit I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Software Development Data Engineer Data Analyst Infrastructure Architecture ... and more! If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information contact: Evandria Rademeyer Researcher