Linux Patch Management Specialist for Qatar

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