
Sr. System Administrator
Job Details
Skills And Tools:
Job Description
• Manage and maintain Linux and Windows servers across virtualized environments.
• Handle VM configurations, monitoring, and optimization for performance and reliability.
• Oversee OS-level upgrades, patching, and lifecycle management.
• Apply system hardening standards (CIS, ISO 27001 practices).
• Manage and maintain system firewalls, endpoint security, and intrusion prevention.
• Implement and monitor regular security updates, vulnerability assessments, and patch management.
• Monitor system logs, performance metrics, and alerts to ensure uptime and stability.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues, including hardware, OS, and virtualization layers.
• Create and maintain documentation, runbooks, and incident response procedures.
• Implement and monitor system backups and disaster recovery procedures.
• Ensure data integrity, redundancy, and compliance with retention policies.
• Work with network, DevOps, and application teams to support deployment and integration.
• Coordinate with datacenter provider for escalations related to hardware or connectivity.
• Provide technical guidance on system-related improvements and automation opportunities.
Job Requirements
- Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- 3–5 years of proven experience in system administration (Linux and Windows environments).
- Technical Skills
- Strong hands-on experience with Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS, RedHat) and Windows Server administration.
- Proficiency in virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, or similar).
- Knowledge of system hardening standards (CIS benchmarks, ISO 27001 practices).
- Experience managing firewalls, endpoint security, and intrusion prevention systems.
- Solid understanding of patch management, vulnerability assessments, and security updates.
- Familiarity with monitoring tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, or equivalent).
- Strong troubleshooting skills across hardware, OS, and virtualization layers.
- Knowledge of backup solutions and disaster recovery planning.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs).
- Scripting proficiency (Bash, PowerShell, or Python) for automation.
- Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent documentation and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams (DevOps, Network, Application).
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Preferred/Plus
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Exposure to containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Relevant certifications (RHCSA/RHCE, MCSA/MCSE, CompTIA Security+, VMware, etc.).