Senior System Administrator (Linux/Unix)

$3 billion in sales, 12 countries, 50,000 employees, 5 brands, 1 common goal: to make apparel better. Better for the people who make our clothes, better for our world, better for you.

Reporting directly to the IT Infrastructure Manager, the Senior System Administrator (Unix/Linux) serves as the technical lead ensuring the optimal performance, stability, and security of Gildan`s core operating system platforms and file-transfer networks. This advanced position is vital to maintaining business continuity across global operations, driving architectural standards, and spearheading the support for everything from complex virtualization layers to specialized enterprise applications.

As part of a business that operates around the clock, this position requires commitment to a rotational on-call schedule including scheduled evenings and weekends to ensure seamless operational coverage, support international sites, and execute critical updates outside of standard business hours.

• Systems Leadership: Architect, provision, configure, and maintain RedHat Linux enterprise environments, Oracle Virtual Machine (OVM), VMware, and core system hardware while driving operational excellence.

• Managed File Transfer (MFT): Design, support, and optimize critical enterprise data exchange via SFTP frameworks and Help Systems GoAnywhere, establishing script standards and core configuration protocols.

• Advanced Application Support: Lead the administration, patching, and technical troubleshooting of specialized enterprise platforms, serving as the highest tier of technical escalation.

• Security & SOX Compliance: Enforce enterprise network and physical security policies, govern user access controls, and meticulously oversee the compliance and updates of SOX documentation.

• Change & Patch Management: Strategy-build, test, and deploy critical system upgrades, software patches, and environmental changes rigorously to guarantee zero disruption to integrated client systems.

• Business Continuity: Architect, evaluate, and lead multi-site testing for the system Disaster Recovery (DR) Plan.

• Documentation & Audit Leadership: Standardize and maintain up-to-date system documentation, complex step-by-step operational procedures (with visual captures), and software license inventories.

• Service Delivery: Provide high-quality, escalation-level technical support to internal clients, promptly resolving complex issues and strategic enhancement requests.

• Innovation & Research: Drive technological roadmaps by conducting research and detailed solution comparisons to provide data-driven recommendations for new technology acquisitions and system enhancements.

• Operational Communication: Oversee the effective, timely communication of upcoming planned and unplanned systems changes to cross-functional users.

• Bachelor of Science (BSc)

• At least 8 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks, Garments, Group of Companies, Insurance, Multinational Companies, Software Company, Telecommunication, Textile

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent professional experience).

• Experience: 8+ years of progressive experience as a Unix/Linux administrator within a complex, multi-platform enterprise environment, including at least 3+ years functioning in a senior or lead capacity.      

• Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical changes to both technical teams and business stakeholders·      

• Technical Mastery: In-depth knowledge of RedHat Linux, robust Shell scripting (Bash), and enterprise SFTP infrastructure.      

• Virtualization: Strong administrative knowledge of OVM (Oracle Virtual Machine) and VMware frameworks.

• Valued Assets: Experience with Help Systems GoAnywhere, IBM VIO, or AIX environments is highly advantageous.     

• Compliance & Security: Prior experience working within a regulated environment (such as SOX compliance) and managing strict security protocols.     

• Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives with Infrastructure, Business Intelligence (BI), and Development teams across international sites.

• Operational Flexibility: Flexibility and willingness to participate in a rotational, on-call framework to support a 24/7 global manufacturing operation

Bash, Linux System, Oracle Database, Red Hat Linux, Unix, VMware

• Car Allowance;

• Mobile Handset / Allowance;

• Weekend: 02 days (Saturday and Sunday);

• Service Benefits;

• Earn Leave Encashment;

• Office Hours:

  • 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM including 1 hour lunch break (Working at Office)

  • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Working from Home)

• Insurance:

  • Life and Disability Insurance (Employee Only)

  • In-Patient Treatment (Employee and Dependents)

  • Out-Patient Treatment (Employee and Dependents)

• Leave Entitlement:

  • Casual Leave,

  • Medical Leave,

  • Earn Leave,

  • Compassionate Leave,

  • Marriage Leave,

  • Paternity Leave for Male Employees,

  • Maternity Leave for Female Employees,

  • Pilgrimage Leave,

• Other facilities will be provided as per company policy etc.

• Employment status: Full Time
• Vacancies: 1
• Salary: Negotiable
• Job location: Dhaka (GULSHAN 2)