MODULE LEAD - LEAD

Linux Administrator

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• System Installation and Configuration:

  Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (e.g., RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS) and associated software/tools.

• Performance Monitoring and Tuning:

  Monitor system performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure high availability and reliability.

• Security Management:

  Implement and manage security protocols, and access controls. Apply security patches and updates regularly to protect systems from vulnerabilities.

• Scripting and Automation:

  Utilize scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl) and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) to streamline routine administrative tasks and deploy configurations efficiently.

• Troubleshooting and Support:

  Provide advanced technical support for all Linux-related issues, diagnosing and resolving complex hardware and software problems.

• Collaboration:

  Work closely with development, networking, and other IT teams to deploy applications, integrate new technologies, and manage project lifecycles.

• Documentation:

  Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures.

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience:

  Proven experience as a Linux Administrator or similar role in a production environment.

• Operating Systems:

  In-depth knowledge of various Linux distributions and their underlying components (kernel, file systems, networking).

• Automation:

  Proficiency with automation/configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).

• Scripting:

  Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or Perl.

• Cloud & Virtualization:

  Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is often required.

• Networking:

  Solid understanding of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, SSH).

• Problem-Solving:

  Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

• Communication:

  Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively within a team and explaining technical issues clearly.

• Certifications:

  Relevant certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)) are highly valued.

Core Technologies

• Operating Systems:

  RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS, SUSE

• Automation Tools:

  Ansible, Puppet, Chef

• Scripting Languages:

  Bash, Python, Perl

• Virtualization:

  VMware, KVM, Docker, Kubernetes

• Monitoring Tools:

  Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana

• Web Servers:

  Apache, Nginx

• Networking Services:

  DNS, SSH, LDAP