Linux Admin

We are seeking an outstanding Linux Administrator to specialize in managing and maintaining Linux-based systems within MNT-Halan, and be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of Linux servers and workstations.

Key Responsibilities: 

System Management:

• Deployment and Configuration: Plan and deploy new Linux servers, configure network settings, manage storage solutions, and integrate with existing infrastructure.

• Patch Management: Apply security patches and updates regularly to maintain system integrity and compliance.

• Resource Management: Optimize server performance by managing system resources like CPU, memory, and disk space.

User Support:

• Technical Assistance: Provide Tier 2/3 support for complex technical issues, collaborating with helpdesk and other IT teams.

• Training: Conduct training sessions for users and junior admins on Linux system usage and best practices.

Automation and Scripting:

• Task Automation: Develop and maintain automation scripts.

• Task Scripting: Implement and manage configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet).

Security:

• Access Control: Implement and manage access control policies, including user authentication and authorization.

• Audit and Compliance: Conduct regular security audits, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

• Incident Response: Develop and execute incident response plans to quickly address and mitigate security breaches.

• System hardening involves: Strong background in security practices and system hardening.

Backup and Recovery:

• Data Integrity: Ensure data integrity through regular backups, verifying backup completion and data recoverability.

• Disaster Recovery: Design, test, and update disaster recovery plans to ensure minimal downtime and data loss in case of emergencies.

Collaboration:

• Project Management: Participate in IT projects, providing Linux expertise and ensuring successful project implementation.

• Vendor Management: Work with hardware and software vendors for support, maintenance, and procurement of Linux systems and related components.

Networking:

• Network Configuration: Configure and manage network services such as DNS, DHCP, NFS, and LDAP.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve network-related issues affecting Linux servers.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Performance Metrics: Set up and maintain monitoring systems to track server performance and health.

• Reporting: Generate regular reports on system performance, incidents, and resource utilization for management review.

Key Qualifications:

•  4+ years of experience in Linux system administration.

• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), or CompTIA Linux+ preferred.

• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems, including administration tools and commands.

• Excellent knowledge of networking concepts and protocols.

• Experience with system administration tools like SSH, rsync, and sudo.

• Proficiency in scripting languages like Bash, Python, or Shell.

• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet).

• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).

• Knowledge of virtualization technologies like VMware.

• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes.

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.