Linux System Administrator

Hybrid

United Kingdom

£ 45,000 / year

Full Time

10-02-2025

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Job Specifications

Job Title: Linux Systems Administrator
Location: UK Remote
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:
Administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux-based servers and systems
Provide support and guidance for client environments, ensuring systems run smoothly and efficiently
Manage server deployments, updates, and patches to ensure security and performance
Collaborate with other teams to design, implement, and maintain IT solutions for a wide range of clients
Work with cloud technologies, virtualisation, and containerisation tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Participate in on-call rotation for out-of-hours support and incident response
Document system configurations and procedures to ensure consistency and operational efficiency.

Key Skills & Experience:
Strong experience in Linux server administration (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu)
Solid understanding of networking concepts and protocols (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP)
Experience with server virtualisation and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure)
Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
Experience with web and application servers (e.g., Apache, Nginx)
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to system administration
Strong communication skills, with the ability to work independently and within a team

Desirable:
Experience with containerisation and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, ELK stack)
Certifications such as CompTIA Linux+, RHCE, or equivalent are a bonus

What’s on Offer:
Salary of up to £45,000 per annum
Fully remote working, with flexible hours
Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a team of talented professionals
Career progression opportunities with a focus on skills development
Benefits package including pension, training opportunities, and more

If you are an enthusiastic Linux Systems Administrator seeking a new opportunity with an MSP, we would love to hear from you!

About the Company

We're hunting world-class IT, Data, Cyber, IT Sales and Development talent for exciting opportunities with award winning clients. We help leaders build high performing teams, giving them the ability to access, attract and retain the best talent in the UK market. We're a rapidly expanding team with a unique service offering, giving us the same buy-in from clients as established players, with the benefits of working with a smaller, more agile team. Know more

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