L2 Administrator - (Ubuntu Server, Linux , Azure Cloud Infra)

Ascendion; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a hands-on Linux/Ubuntu System Administrator with expertise in Ubuntu Server Administration and Microsoft Azure Cloud Infrastructure. The ideal candidate will manage Ubuntu environments while supporting cloud-based infrastructure on Azure.

Key responsibilities include server installation, OS lifecycle management, user administration, and ensuring system security and compliance. Experience with both Ubuntu and Azure is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in Ubuntu Server Administration and Microsoft Azure Cloud.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Shell scripting knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Ubuntu/Linux servers.
• Perform OS lifecycle management, upgrades, deployments, and patch management.
• Manage user administration, permissions, and security.
• Configure networking, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot server issues.
• Execute backup, recovery, and system maintenance activities.
• Support Azure Cloud Infrastructure, including provisioning, administration, and operational support.
• Ensure system availability, security, and compliance with operational standards.

Skills

Ubuntu Server Administration

Linux System Administration

Patch & package management

User administration & security

System monitoring & troubleshooting

Networking configuration

Backup & recovery

Microsoft Azure Cloud Infrastructure

Azure Virtual Machines

Azure Networking

Azure Storage

Azure Identity & Access Management (IA

Education

4-8 years of experience in Linux/Ubuntu Administration

Job description

Role Summary

We are looking for a hands-on Linux / Ubuntu System Administrator with strong expertise in Ubuntu Server Administration and working knowledge of Microsoft Azure Cloud Infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have practical experience managing Ubuntu environments while supporting cloud-based infrastructure on Azure.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, administer, and maintain Ubuntu/Linux servers.


• Perform OS lifecycle management, upgrades, deployments, and patch management.


• Manage user administration, permissions, and security.


• Configure networking, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot server issues.


• Execute backup, recovery, and system maintenance activities.


• Support Azure Cloud Infrastructure, including provisioning, administration, and operational support.


• Ensure system availability, security, and compliance with operational standards.

Required Skills

Primary Skills

• Ubuntu Server Administration


• Linux System Administration


• Ubuntu installation, deployment & upgrades


• Patch & package management


• User administration & security management


• System monitoring & performance troubleshooting


• Networking configuration


• Backup & recovery

Secondary Skills (Mandatory)

• Microsoft Azure Cloud Infrastructure


• Azure Virtual Machines


• Azure Networking


• Azure Storage


• Azure Identity & Access Management (IAM)

Preferred Qualifications

• 4-8 years of experience in Linux/Ubuntu Administration.


• Hands-on experience with both Ubuntu Server Administration and Microsoft Azure Cloud.


• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.


• Shell scripting knowledge is an added advantage.

Primary Skill: Ubuntu Server Administration

Secondary Skill (Mandatory): Microsoft Azure Cloud Infrastructure