Systems Administrator (Unix)

Theincumbent will oversee and manage the end-to-end security patching operationsfor open systems and ensure compliance with the bank’s patching Service LevelAgreements (SLAs), which is based on Common Vulnerabilities & Exposures(CVE) risk ratings and server tiers. The incumbent is required to have strongcoordination, governance, and reporting capabilities to maintain securityposture and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Vendor Management:
• Oversee vendor performance to ensure timely and accurate patch deployment across server operating systems, databases, middleware, OpenShift container platforms, and desktops.
• Ensure adherence to SLAs based on CVE risk ratings and system tiering.
• Patch Calendar & Scheduling:
• Develop and maintain an annual patch calendar for SIT, UAT, and PRD environments.
• Coordinate patching schedules with application custodians and stakeholders.
• Governance & Exception Handling:
• Manage the exception process for skipped patches, ensuring valid justification and proper documentation.
• Enforce governance standards for patching compliance.
• Communication & Coordination:
• Act as the primary liaison between vendor teams and internal application custodians.
• Communicate patching schedules, risks, and impacts effectively.
• Reporting & Compliance:
• Prepare and validate regular reports, including SLA compliance, patch status, management dashboards, and regulatory submissions.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all reporting.

Requirements

• Education & Experience:

· Bachelor Degree inInformation Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.

· More than 10 years ofexperience in IT operations, security patching, or vendor management,preferably in a medium to large organization with a server inventory of 5,000or more.

• Technical Skills:

· Understanding ofoperating systems (Windows, AIX, HP-UX, Linux, Solaris), databases, middleware,and container platforms (OpenShift).

· Experience withautomation tools (BigFix, Chef, Ansible)

· Familiarity with CVErisk ratings, vulnerability management, and patching best practices.

· Good at creating andmaintaining technical documentation

• Soft Skills:

· Strong communicationand stakeholder management skills.

· Excellentorganizational and governance capabilities.

· Attention to detail foraccurate reporting.

• Preferred:

· Experience in financialservices or regulated environments.

· Knowledge of ITILprocesses and compliance frameworks.