Linux Administrator

Linux Administrator

Our client is a technology driven cloud native service provider. They are seeking an experienced Linux Administrator is responsible and accountable for the smooth running of their RedHat orientated technology stack.

Essential skills for the Linux Administrator:

Manage internal and external information technology and computer systems including:

• RHEL/ RedHat Linux Servers
• MySQL, MSSQL and Postgres databases.
• iSCSI SAN Technologies.
• Xenserver Clustered virtualized environment.
• Splunk Logserver.
• System monitoring.
• Network configuration and management.
• Firewall configuration and management.
• Microsoft AD and Remote Desktop Services (Windows 2019).
• Experience of scripting (Bash, Korn, C, Shell, etc).

Desirable skills:

• M365/ MS Exchange
• Container based infrastructure (Docker / Kubernetes).
• IP Based phone system.
• Linux certifications
• Experience of Cloud based environments (AWS)
• Dell server hardware

The day-to-day duties for the Linux Administrator are:

• Maintain the company's DR infrastructure.
• Monitoring of key systems to ensure availability and capacity requirements are met.
• Be responsible for the scheduling and prioritisation of I&O tasks.
• Work closely with the senior management team to develop, implement and coordinate systems and procedures.
• Ensure systems and procedures conform to the company security policies.
• Audit systems to identify problematic areas.
• Ensure systems are available to meet company SLAs.
• Be available to troubleshoot / rectify any issues.

The personal specification for the Linux Administrator includes:

• Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of Linux hardware/ software systems.
• ITIL experience.
• Team focused; motivated; innovative; diligent.
• Enjoys working in a fast-paced and time pressured environment.
• Exceptional organisational skills.
• Pays strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.