Linux Administrator

Linux Administrator

Posted 1 day ago by Della Infotech

Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote

Summary: The Linux Administrator role involves managing, maintaining, and securing Red Hat Linux Enterprise servers within Kubernetes clusters in the Microsoft Azure Government Cloud. The position requires at least three years of experience in Linux server management and a strong focus on automation, security, and performance monitoring. The administrator will also be responsible for training current staff on these systems. This is a remote position that supports a 24/7 operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • System Maintenance: Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor server performance and security, ensuring 24/7 uptime.
  • Security & Patching: Apply security patches, manage firewalls, and maintain system security protocols.
  • Automation & Scripting: Create and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks (Bash, Python).
  • Backup & Recovery: Implement backup solutions to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve server-level technical issues and hardware failures.
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and inventory.

Key Skills:

  • Deep knowledge of Red Hat Linux Enterprise operating systems, command-line interfaces, and networking concepts.
  • Experience with shell scripting (Bash) and languages like Python or Perl.
  • Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
  • Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills.

Salary (Rate): £37.50 hourly

City: undetermined

Country: undetermined

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Hiring Linux Administrator

Remote

Description:

Manage/maintain/secure and help train current DHR workers on the Red Hat Linux Enterprise servers with Kubernetes clusters in Microsoft Azure Government Cloud. At least 3 years experience managing and maintaining RedHat Linux Enterprise or equivalent.


Manages, configures, and maintains Linux-based servers and infrastructure to ensure high availability, security, and performance. Key responsibilities include installing systems, automating tasks with scripting (Bash/Python), monitoring system health, patching software, and managing user access. They often support 24x7 environments, working with both virtual and physical servers.

Key Responsibilities

  • System Maintenance: Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
  • Performance Monitoring: Monitor server performance and security, ensuring 24/7 uptime.
  • Security & Patching: Apply security patches, manage firewalls, and maintain system security protocols.
  • Automation & Scripting: Create and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks (Bash, Python).
  • Backup & Recovery: Implement backup solutions to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve server-level technical issues and hardware failures.
  • Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for system configurations, procedures, and inventory.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill

Required /Desired

Amount

of Experience

Deep knowledge of Red Hat Linux Enterprise operating systems, command-line interfaces, and networking concepts

Required

3

Years

Experience with shell scripting (Bash) and languages like Python or Perl.

Required

3

Years

Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).

Required

3

Years

Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and communication skills.

Required

3

Years