Senior Linux Administrator

Requirements:
- University degree (preferably in computer science);
- Working knowledge of English language;
- 3-5 years experience in server administration and monitoring; previous work in international companies is an advantage;
- In depth knowledge and experience of Linux/UNIX operating systems (preferably Linux or SUN Solaris) and their critical applications;
- Shell scripting would be an advantage;
- Any certification in Linux/ UNIX administration is considered a plus;
- Good understanding of corporate infrastructure.

- Customer oriented, reliable and accountable team player;
- Strong analytical and planning skills;
- Flexiblility and adaptability;
- Mature and ambitious, willing to learn.

Responsibilities:
- Administration of Linux servers;
- Create, test and manage the backup and disaster recovery procedures of the servers administered;
- Control and perform Linux systems security administration and systems monitoring;
- Evaluate the various service packs and security patches for the servers’ operating systems, test their implementation and apply these to the operational environment;
- Performs required access management operations for the managed servers;
- Address and resolve Linux operating system-user related issues and act as second-level support for servers and their operating systems problems logged by the service desk;
- Troubleshoot the servers’ functioning and load as well as predict future system demands and plan required hardware and software updates coping with the new load;
- Evaluate, suggest and implement version upgrades of the servers’ operating systems in compliance with the IT policies and procedures;
- Create and maintain documentation for procedures related to the administered systems;
- Participate in the establishment, evaluation and carry-out of servers’ related policies, including determining the appropriate hardware and software products that maximizes redundancy and minimizes down-time.

We offer to our dynamic and flexible employees:
- Working in professional and motivated teams;
- Challenging tasks and responsibilities in designing and implementing a modern organization;
- Interesting career opportunities of an international company and European market leader;
- Continuous development and learning of best practices within an international working environment.

PETROM S.A. (www.petrom.com), member of the OMV Group, is the leading Romanian company and the largest oil and gas producer in South-Eastern Europe.
Amongst various measures to modernize Petrom, we are successfully renewing our Finance organization. Our efforts include all related processes and activities, harmonizing and centralizing IT&C systems and business processes across business units. This venture will lead us to establish the largest Service Center in South-Eastern Europe.