Linux Systems Administrator - ITGP

Job Title: Linux Systems Administrator 
Location: Remote 
Contract Duration: 6 Months (with possible extension) 

Position Overview: 

We are seeking a highly skilled Linux Systems Administrator for a 6-month remote contract to support the administration, maintenance, and optimization of Linux-based systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with multiple Linux distributions and virtualization platforms, and a strong ability to troubleshoot, automate, and enhance system performance in a production environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting for Linux system operations, ensuring high availability and performance. 

• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Linux-based systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, SuSE). 

• Manage and support Linux/UNIX applications including software tracking, license compliance, backup and recovery of configurations, and user data files. 

• Implement modifications and patches to system software to improve performance or address functional issues. 

• Perform root cause analysis and resolve incidents involving server hardware, OS, or software-related problems. 

• Collaborate with IT teams to support system integration, security, and monitoring. 

• Maintain system documentation, configuration standards, and operational procedures. 

• Provide support for virtualized environments using VMware and/or Microsoft Hyper-V. 

Required Skills and Qualifications: 

• 3+ years of experience as a Linux Systems Administrator. 

• Proficiency in administering multiple Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS, Debian, SuSE). 

• Experience with backup/recovery tools, system performance tuning, and automation. 

• Strong troubleshooting skills with server hardware, OS, and application-level issues. 

• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation tasks. 

• Hands-on experience with VMware and/or Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization platforms. 

• Understanding of system security, user permissions, and best practices for secure Linux administration. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent certification. 

• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, or Chef). 

• Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and container technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). 

• Familiarity with monitoring tools such as Nagios, Zabbix, or Prometheus.