Linux Administrator

About the role

The Linux Administrator supports Linux workloads running on virtualized hyperconverged and cloud platforms. They also have knowledge of Kubernetes cluster deployment and basic administration of containerized environments.

Responsibilities

• Support Linux workloads running on virtualized hyperconverged and cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes cluster deployment and basic administration of containerized environments.
• Familiarity with creating and managing SMB and NFS storage connections.
• Apply OS updates and security patches at both the individual server level and cluster level.
• Analyze and identify upgrades to essential IT systems and make recommendations based on patch release cycles.
• Manage environment backup systems and ensure successful restoration of service and systems.
• Create and maintain documentation, runbooks, and troubleshooting guides.
• Perform daily backup operations and ensure all required file systems and system data are backed up to the appropriate media.
• Manage Office 365 tenant, assign licenses, enable/disable features, troubleshoot issues, and perform audits and compliance reviews.
• Create and maintain scripts to support repetitive activities.
• Support the file storage systems and assign access and permissions as requested or needed.
• Enroll and manage devices in the MDM solution.
• Support mail and mail flow along with filtering via the mail security suite.
• Manage server certificates.
• Repair and recover from hardware or software failures and communicate with impacted constituencies.
• Create and update documentation supporting administrative duties.
• Undertake project work, installing new Windows and Linux-based systems, servers, and services for specific uses and purposes.
• Utilize a helpdesk ticketing system to track projects, log support calls, and keep management updated with all issues.

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, and Debian.
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies like Hyper-V, VMware, and KVM.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of network protocols and storage technologies.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory and Office 365.
• Good understanding of system administration, including but not limited to, system monitoring, performance tuning, and security best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.