Lead system engineer

Responsibilities
Consultant System Engineer – Linux Automation & Lifecycle Expert

About Société Générale Global Solution Centre
Société Générale is one of Europe’s leading financial services groups, combining financial strength with innovation and sustainable growth. SG GSC, a 100% subsidiary of Société Générale, was established in 2000 and now employs over 12,000 professionals across Bangalore and Chennai. We focus on Application Development, Infrastructure Management, Business Process Management, and Knowledge Process Management for Société Générale’s global business lines.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Role Overview

We are seeking a consultant System Engineer with strong expertise in Linux automation, Kickstart, and OS lifecycle management. The ideal candidate will design and implement automation strategies for large-scale deployments, ensure compliance with security standards, and manage Red Hat environments efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Automate Linux installation and configuration using Kickstart and related tools.
• Manage full OS lifecycle for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7/8/9); RHEL 10 is a plus.
• Implement and maintain patch management processes across large infrastructures.
• Ensure system security and compliance with CIS Benchmark and OS hardening best practices.
• Administer and optimize Red Hat Satellite, Capsule, and Template Management.
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams on Virtualization (VMware), Storage, and Network.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex issues in production environments.
• Follow internal processes (SOPs, ITIL, escalation, time tracking).