Server Administrator (Patching)

7 Minutes ago • 3 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Server Administrator specializing in patching, the role involves managing and deploying patches across Windows and Linux systems to ensure security and stability. Responsibilities include developing and implementing patch management strategies, monitoring system performance, automating patch deployments using tools like Ansible Tower and SCCM, generating compliance reports, collaborating with other teams, and maintaining detailed documentation. The role requires proficiently administering Windows Server and various Linux distributions, experience with patch management tools, strong scripting skills, familiarity with virtualization platforms, and a strong understanding of security principles. This position requires excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Must have:
  • Administering Windows Server and Linux distributions
  • Experience with Bigfix, SCCM, and WSUS
  • Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python
  • Understanding of security principles and practices
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Perks:
  • Insurance Benefits (Medical, Critical Illness, Accidental, Life)
  • Wellness Program (Employee Assistance, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support)
  • Parental Support (Maternity, Paternity, Adoption Assistance, Day-care)
  • Mobility Benefits (Relocation, Transfer Support, Travel)
  • Retirement Benefits (PF, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment)
  • Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance

Job Details

About PhonePe Group: 

PhonePe is India’s leading digital payments company with 50 crore (500 Million) registered users and 3.7 crore (37 Million) merchants covering over 99% of the postal codes across India. On the back of its leadership in digital payments, PhonePe has expanded into financial services (Insurance, Mutual Funds, Stock Broking, and Lending) as well as adjacent tech-enabled businesses such as Pincode for hyperlocal shopping and Indus App Store which is India's first localized App Store. The PhonePe Group is a portfolio of businesses aligned with the company's vision to offer every Indian an equal opportunity to accelerate their progress by unlocking the flow of money and access to services.

Culture

At PhonePe, we take extra care to make sure you give your best at work, Everyday! And creating the right  environment for you is just one of the things we do. We empower people and trust them to do the right  thing. Here, you own your work from start to finish, right from day one. Being enthusiastic about tech is a  big part of being at PhonePe. If you like building technology that impacts millions, ideating with some of  the best minds in the country and executing on your dreams with purpose and speed, join us!

Job Description:-

The role of a System Engineer (Patching Support with Windows and Linux) is pivotal in maintaining the security and stability of an organization's IT infrastructure. This position involves managing and deploying patches across various systems to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure optimal performance. 

 

Responsibilities:-

Patch Management: Develop and implement patch management strategies for Windows and Linux systems, ensuring timely application of updates to address security vulnerabilities and system bugs.

System Monitoring: Continuously monitor system performance and health, identifying and resolving issues related to patch deployments and system stability.

Automation: Utilize automation tools such as Ansible Tower, SCCM, WSUS, Bigfix and ConnectWise Automate to streamline patch deployment processes and reduce manual intervention.

Compliance and Reporting: Generate compliance reports to verify patch status across systems, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Collaboration: Work closely with security, network, and application teams to coordinate patching activities, minimizing downtime and service disruptions.

Documentation: Maintain detailed records of patching activities, including schedules, deployment outcomes, and system configurations.

 

Required Skills and Qualifications:-

Operating Systems: Proficient in administering Windows Server (2012/2016/2019/2022) and various Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian).

Patch Management Tools: Experience with tools like Bigfix,SCCM, WSUS for deploying and managing patches.

Scripting: Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, or Python to automate patching tasks and system configurations.

Virtualization: Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V, and KVM, including patching virtualized environments.

Security Awareness: Understanding of security principles and practices, including vulnerability assessments and remediation strategies.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and document procedures.


Experience:
Minimum of 3 years in system administration with a focus on patch management in mixed Windows and Linux environments.

PhonePe Full Time Employee Benefits (Not applicable for Intern or Contract Roles)

  • Insurance Benefits - Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accidental Insurance, Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program, Onsite Medical Center, Emergency Support System
  • Parental Support - Maternity Benefit, Paternity Benefit Program, Adoption Assistance Program, Day-care Support Program
  • Mobility Benefits - Relocation benefits, Transfer Support Policy, Travel Policy
  • Retirement Benefits - Employee PF Contribution, Flexible PF Contribution, Gratuity, NPS, Leave Encashment 
  • Other Benefits - Higher Education Assistance, Car Lease, Salary Advance Policy

Working at PhonePe is a rewarding experience! Great people, a work environment that thrives on creativity, the opportunity to take on roles beyond a defined job description are just some of the reasons you should work with us. Read more about PhonePe on our blog.

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About The Company

PhonePe was founded in December 2015 and has emerged as India’s largest payments app, enabling digital inclusion for consumers and merchants alike. With 48 crore (480 Million) registered users, one in four Indians are now on PhonePe. The company has also successfully digitized 3.6 crore (36 Million) offline merchants spread across Tier 2,3,4 and beyond, covering 99% of the postal codes across India. PhonePe is also the leader in Bharat Bill Pay System (BBPS), processing over 45% of the transactions on the BBPS platform. PhonePe forayed into financial services in 2017, providing users with safe and convenient investing options on its platform. Since then, the company has introduced several Mutual Funds and Insurance products that offer every Indian an equal opportunity to unlock the flow of money and access to services. PhonePe was recently recognized as the Most Trusted Brand for Digital Payments as per the Brand Trust Report 2023 by Trust Research Advisory (TRA).



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