Lead Consultant

Job Description

Inviting applications for the role of Lead Consultant - IT Linux Engineer

The IT Server Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization%27s server infrastructure to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure server operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting our technology initiatives and business operations.

Responsibilities

The Linux Administrator will be responsible for managing and maintaining our organization%27s Linux servers and systems, ensuring their reliability, security, and optimal performance. This role is crucial for supporting our IT infrastructure and business operations.

Responsibilities:

Linux Server Deployment: Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers, including Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, or other distributions.

System Administration: Perform day-to-day system administration tasks, including user management, system updates, and performance tuning.

Security Hardening: Implement security measures, including access controls, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security patches, to protect Linux systems from threats.

Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools for routine system tasks and processes.

Backup and Recovery: Develop and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and system availability.

Network Configuration: Configure and maintain network services, such as DNS, DHCP, and VPN, on Linux servers.

Monitoring and Performance Optimization: Monitor server performance, identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, and optimize system resources.

Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution: Diagnose and resolve system issues, software conflicts, and discrepancies promptly.

Documentation: Create and maintain detailed documentation related to system configurations, processes, and procedures.

Vendor and Service Provider Management: Collaborate with Linux software vendors and service providers to ensure effective delivery of Linux-based services. Ensure that all vendor provided appliances are hardened.

Qualifications we seek in you

Minimum Qualifications/Skills

Bachelor%27s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

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- Proven experience as an IT Linux Administrator with hands-on experience in Linux system administration and management.

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- Linux certifications, such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), CompTIA Linux+, or equivalent, are preferred.

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- Strong knowledge of Linux distributions, server deployments, and shell scripting.

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- Proficiency in Linux security hardening, backup and recovery, and performance optimization.

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- Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

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- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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- Knowledge of Linux best practices and emerging technologies.

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- Experience with cloud-based Linux servers (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications/ Skills

Proven experience as an IT Server Engineer with hands-on experience in server design, configuration, and maintenance.

Linux Server Deployment: Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers, including Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, or other distributions.

System Administration: Perform day-to-day system administration tasks, including user management, system updates, and performance tuning.

Security Hardening: Implement security measures, including access controls, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security patches, to protect Linux systems from threats.

Automation and Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools for routine system tasks and processes.

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