Junior Linux Systems Administrator - Hands-On Growth

1 Tech Staffing Ltd; Dean Row; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Career development

Hands-on Linux

Mentoring from team

DevOps exposure

Competitive salary

Friendly environment

Job summary

1 Tech Staffing Ltd in Daresbury is seeking a Junior Linux Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This role offers hands-on work with Linux servers, networking, and IT infrastructure to develop your career.

You will install, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux systems, work with experienced colleagues, and have opportunities to grow skills in automation, scripting, and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• Interest in Linux system administration and hands-on experience with Linux servers.
• Familiarity with Linux command line and basic networking concepts.
• Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
• Monitor server performance, availability, and system health.
• Troubleshoot Linux, network, hardware, and software issues.
• Manage users, groups, permissions, and access.
• Perform system updates, patching, and routine maintenance.
• Assist with backups and recovery procedures.
• Support basic networking, DNS, SSH, and firewall configuration.
• Help maintain system documentation and operational procedures.
• Assist with automation and scripting where appropriate.
• Respond to technical issues and support requests.

Skills

Linux

Ubuntu/Debian

RHEL

Command line

Networking basics

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Cloud technologies

Virtualisation

Automation

Team communication

Tools

SSH

DNS

Firewall configuration

Job description

1 Tech Staffing Ltd in Daresbury is seeking a Junior Linux Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This role offers hands-on work with Linux servers, networking, and IT infrastructure to develop your career.

You will install, monitor, and troubleshoot Linux systems, work with experienced colleagues, and have opportunities to grow skills in automation, scripting, and cloud technologies.