Job Description

We are looking for Linux Patch Management Specialist for Qatar location.

Onsite Role

Key Responsibilities:

End-to-End Patching Lifecycle Management:

Manage the complete patching process for

80+ Linux Servers

across RHEL/CentOS 7.x, 8.x, and 9.x. Schedule and execute patching activities during approved maintenance windows, adhering to strict change control procedures. Perform thorough pre-deployment testing in a staging environment to assess patch impact.

Package & Repository Management:

Manage local YUM/DNF repositories and synchronize with upstream sources. Differentiate and manage patches from multiple sources (OS vendors, third-party software). Handle kernel updates and other sensitive packages with appropriate pre-reboot checks and post-reboot validation.

Tooling & Automation:

Utilize and maintain patch management tools for Linux (e.g., Red Hat Satellite, Foreman, Ansible Automation Platform, Ubuntu Landscape). Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks for automated, idempotent patch deployment and system compliance checks. Integrate patch management processes into CI/CD pipelines where applicable.

Compliance, Security & Reporting:

Ensure 100% compliance with security patch mandates within defined timeframes. Generate detailed reports on patch compliance, system inventory, and remediation history. Work with the Security team to prioritize patches based on CVSS scores and internal vulnerability scans.

Troubleshooting & Collaboration:

Troubleshoot patch deployment failures, dependency issues, and post-patch application failures. Collaborate with system administrators, DevOps, and application teams to coordinate patching schedules that minimize service impact. Document procedures, known issues, and resolutions for the knowledge base.

Qualifications & Skills:

Essential:

6+ years of professional experience in Linux system administration with a focus on patch management. Expert-level knowledge of RHEL/CentOS 7/8/9 and their package management systems (YUM, DNF). Strong, hands-on experience with Ansible for automation. Proficiency in Bash and Python scripting. Solid understanding of Linux security fundamentals and kernel parameters.
If you are available, please send your cv immediately.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: QAR14,000.00 - QAR16,800.00 per month

Work Location: Remote