Linux System Administrator

Job Description: VMware, Windows, and Linux Administrator

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and maintain software and infrastructure in both

  Linux and Windows environments

  .
• Install, configure, patch, and update

  Linux servers

  (CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat).
• Monitor

  system performance

  , troubleshoot issues, and optimize servers for maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Implement and manage

  security measures

  to protect systems against vulnerabilities and threats.
• Configure and maintain

  network services

  (DNS, DHCP, firewalls, bonding, routing).
• Perform

  system backups

  and implement

  disaster recovery plans

  .
• Automate routine tasks using

  shell scripting (Bash, Python, etc.)

  and other automation tools.
• Provide technical support for Linux/Windows systems and related applications.
  
• Maintain detailed documentation of

  system configurations, processes, and procedures

  .
• Configure and administer

  web servers

  (Apache, Nginx) and

  databases

  (MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Manage

  Linux patching

  using YUM (configuration, troubleshooting, and package management).
• Troubleshoot

  Linux boot issues, GRUB configuration, storage, and filesystem management

  .
• Deploy and manage

  SMTP, DNS, and Proxy servers

  .
• Install, configure, patch, and maintain

  Windows Server OS

  (2016, 2019, 2022).
• Administer

  Active Directory, Group Policies, and Security Policies

  .
• Manage

  on-premises datacenter operations

  including cabinet design, power, cooling, high-density racks, and cabling (fiber & copper).
• Work with

  storage solutions

  (SAN, NAS, shared resources).
• Monitor infrastructure using tools like

  Zabbix, Nagios, and Grafana

  .
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for

  infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and changes

  .
• Functional knowledge of

  cloud platforms

  (AWS, Azure, or GCP at least one is mandatory).

Requirements

• Proven experience as a

  Linux/Windows Administrator

  or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of

  Linux OS

  (CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat).
• Hands-on experience in

  VMware/KVM virtualization technologies

  .
• Proficiency in

  shell scripting

  (Bash, Python, etc.) for automation.
• Good understanding of

  networking concepts

  (TCP/IP, routing, VLAN, firewalls).
• In-depth knowledge of

  Linux boot, GRUB, RPM, YUM, and bonding configurations

  .
• Strong understanding of

  Windows Server & Active Directory

  .
• Familiarity with

  cloud foundations

  (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Excellent

  problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

  .
• Strong

  communication and interpersonal skills

  .
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  
• Relevant certifications such as

  RHCSA, LPIC, or Microsoft certifications

  will be an advantage.