Linux Administrator @ Jackson, MS - Hybrid 3 day a week to local office

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Full Time

Skills

RHEL
Ubuntu
CentOS
VPNs
security protocols
Docker
Kubernetes
Ansible
Puppet
Chef

Job Details

Title: Linux Administrator

Location: Jackson, MS

Work Mode: Hybrid 3 day a week to local office

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.)
  • Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting for cloud and on-premises infrastructure
  • Assist with system upgrades, patches, and security updates
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues
  • Automate system tasks using shell scripting or configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.)
  • Collaborate with development and IT teams to support application deployments
  • Manage backup, disaster recovery, and storage solutions
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
  • Document system configurations, procedures, and issues
  • Provide technical support for Linux-based systems

Required Skills:

  • 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration
  • Solid understanding of Linux system management, scripting, and troubleshooting (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS)
  • Experience in managing user access control and permissions
  • Familiarity with networking and server performance monitoring tools
  • Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, and security protocols
  • Experience with virtualization and cloud environments (AWS, etc.)
  • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or similar container technologies
  • Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
  • Basic understanding of DevOps principles
  • Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python) for automation
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