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Saab Global
information technology services 334524531

IT Infrastructure & Linux Specialist

Tawazun,
United Arab Emirates
Closing date: 31 August 2025

Join SAAB’s dynamic IT team

We are looking for a skilled and proactive IT Infrastructure & Linux Specialist to strengthen our IT capabilities. This role combines a balanced focus: 50% dedicated to maintaining and enhancing IT infrastructure, and 50% managing and optimizing Linux-based systems.
 

About the Role
This is a broad and versatile position requiring hands-on expertise across IT infrastructure, systems, networking, and security. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, supporting both daily operations and strategic projects.
 

Your Responsibilities

IT Infrastructure

  • Design, implement, and maintain servers, storage, networks, firewalls, and server room environments

  • Monitor on-premises infrastructure ensuring high availability, security, and performance

  • Manage backups, disaster recovery, patching, and routine maintenance

  • Provide 2nd/3rd line support and contribute to infrastructure projects (upgrades, migrations, integrations)

  • Maintain clear documentation of systems and processes

Linux Administration

  • Administer and optimize Linux servers (Ubuntu, SUSE, RHEL)

  • Automate administration tasks using shell scripting, Ansible, or similar tools

  • Monitor performance, security compliance, and system availability

  • Manage user access, permissions, package management, and kernel upgrades

  • Support containerized environments (e.g., Docker) and CI/CD pipelines

  • Ensure compliance with change control and security policies
     

What You Bring

  • 5+ years combined experience in infrastructure and Linux systems administration

  • Strong knowledge of server hardware, networking (switching, firewalls), virtualization (VMware), and storage (NetApp)

  • Proven Linux production environment administration skills

  • Proficiency with scripting and automation (Bash, Python, Ansible)

  • Solid understanding of IT security principles

  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

  • Broad technical expertise and adaptability in diverse IT environments
     

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications such as RHCSA/RHCE, CompTIA Linux+, VMware VCP

  • Familiarity with Windows Server environments

  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools

  • Exposure to DevOps tools and workflows

Personal Attributes

  • Self-motivated with strong ownership and accountability

  • Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills

  • Organized with excellent multitasking and prioritization

  • Detail-oriented and committed to quality

  • Flexible and eager to embrace diverse IT challenges

  • Dedicated to continuous learning in a fast-evolving technical landscape
     

Apply now and contribute to shaping the future of defence technology with SAAB.