Linux Administrator

Location - Mumbai(WFO)

Experience - 4-7 years

Immediate Joiner Preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Provide second-level support for Linux systems, resolving escalated issues from L1 support.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to hardware, OS, applications, and network components.
• Perform system upgrades, patch management, and configuration changes with minimal downtime.
• Maintain and administer Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.) in physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Manage users, groups, permissions, and access controls across multiple systems.
• Automate tasks and processes using shell scripts or other scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery processes.
• Assist in the deployment and support of applications and services on Linux infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with internal security standards and hardening guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps, Security, and Network teams.
• Document all operational procedures, system configurations, and troubleshooting guides.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Linux system administration.
• Proficiency with Linux command-line tools and scripting (Bash, Python preferred).
• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, etc.).
• Experience with virtualization (VMware, KVM, or similar platforms).
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus).
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Understanding of security best practices and system hardening procedures.