SUBJECT AND DESCRIPTION

Job Summary

. Assist in the administration, maintenance, support and upgrades of UNIX ope
ratingSystems

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

. Assist in the implementation of approved policies and procedures for UNIX operating
system design, implementation and maintenance.
. Provide input in the planning of UNIX operating systems upgrades and deployment.
. Provide support in the implementation and user acceptance testing of UNIX operating
systems.
. Assist in the development of a proactive maintenance cycle for UNIX operating
systems and automate preventive/routine maintenance on systems.
. Perform daily UNIX operating system administration, including hardware & software
upgrades.
. Maintain backup of the UNIX operating system network.
. Ensure optimal performance of all applications running on UNIX operating system
environment in CUSTOMER through proactive tuning and preventive maintenance.
. Perform daily UNIX systems checks and correct any issues.
. Monitor UNIX systems performance and recommend adjustments to system
parameters to ensure optimum performance and response time.
. Work with the User Support team to provide second level support to end users
and ensure timely resolution of UNIX system problems.
. Liaise with relevant unit/ team/function in carrying out all relevant activities.
. Attend team/divisional/departmental meetings as required.
. Prepare/compile agreed p
eriodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the
Manager, IT Operations Support.
. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager, IT Operations Support.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

. First degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
. Minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience.