Linux System Administrator | Silver Touch Technologies Ltd | Delhi

Tech Junction Ltd; Delhi; On-site; INR 2,100,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Silver Touch Technologies Ltd. in Delhi is seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator with 6+ years in IT infrastructure to manage enterprise Linux servers, optimize cloud-native infrastructure, and enforce security and data protection.

You will work with DevOps and DBAs, perform patching, kernel tuning, and automation with Bash/Python, and ensure high availability with disaster recovery planning. This on-site role requires immediate joining in Delhi.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional hands‑on experience in Linux system administration, infrastructure management, or site reliability engineering.
• Expert practical proficiency in Linux OS installation, administration, kernel tuning, and troubleshooting (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Strong hands-on experience with web servers (Apache, Nginx), database servers (MySQL, PostgreSQL), and proxy configurations.
• Proficient in shell scripting (Bash/Python) for systems automation and task scheduling.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, VPN, iptables, and firewall management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Mandatory legal eligibility to work in India with local residency and availability for immediate joining in Delhi.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain enterprise Linux servers across physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Apply updates, security patching, kernel tuning, and package management in production infrastructures.
• Monitor system performance, CPU/memory utilization, storage allocation, and network uptime with monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot complex operating system errors, boot failures, storage bottlenecks, and network connectivity issues.
• Implement and enforce robust server security hardening, firewall configurations, SSH protocols, and access controls.
• Automate routine administrative tasks, deployments, and log rotations using shell scripting (Bash, Python).
• Manage enterprise backup solutions, disaster recovery execution, and data restoration procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional IT support tickets, incident escalations, and root cause analysis (RCA).

Skills

Linux

System Administration

Shell Scripting

Networking

Security hardening

Troubleshooting

Bash

Python

Linux Distros

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT/SE or MCA

Tools

Apache

Nginx

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Terraform

Ansible

ITIL

Job description

Position Summary

Silver Touch Technologies Ltd is actively seeking an experienced, high-caliber, and technical Linux System Administrator with 6+ years of professional IT infrastructure and systems administration experience to join our team in Delhi on a full-time permanent basis. In this critical IT operations role, you will be responsible for managing enterprise Linux servers, optimizing cloud-native infrastructure, configuring secure network services, and ensuring uncompromised system availability and data protection. You will leverage your strong background in Linux OS hardening, shell scripting, server virtualization, and troubleshooting to steer technology reliability. This opportunity offers competitive compensation, professional growth visibility, and exceptional career advancement prospects within a leading global information technology enterprise.

Detailed Job Description

As a Linux System Administrator supporting enterprise IT operations in Delhi via Silver Touch Technologies Ltd., you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of server provisioning, patch management, system security, and performance tuning. Your day-to-day responsibilities include deploying and administering Red Hat, Ubuntu, and CentOS enterprise Linux servers, configuring web servers, databases, and backup systems, and troubleshooting complex kernel and network anomalies. You will collaborate closely with software development squads, DevOps engineers, and database administrators to automate deployment workflows, monitor system health, and enforce robust cybersecurity policies. Furthermore, you will manage user access controls, maintain disaster recovery protocols, and ensure seamless delivery under immediate notice periods.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, provision, and maintain enterprise Linux servers across physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Execute system updates, security patching, kernel tuning, and package management across production infrastructures.
• Monitor system performance, CPU/memory utilization, storage allocation, and network uptime using monitoring tools.
• Troubleshoot complex operating system errors, boot failures, storage bottlenecks, and network connectivity issues.
• Implement and enforce robust server security hardening, firewall configurations, SSH protocols, and access controls.
• Automate routine administrative tasks, deployments, and log rotations using shell scripting (Bash, Python).
• Manage enterprise backup solutions, disaster recovery execution, and data restoration procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional IT support tickets, incident escalations, and root cause analysis (RCA).

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or MCA (Master of Computer Applications).
• Minimum of 6+ years of professional hands‑on experience in Linux system administration, infrastructure management, or site reliability engineering.
• Expert practical proficiency in Linux operating system installation, administration, kernel tuning, and troubleshooting (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Strong hands-on experience with web servers (Apache, Nginx), database servers (MySQL, PostgreSQL), and proxy configurations.
• Proficient in shell scripting (Bash/Python) for systems automation and task scheduling.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, DHCP, VPN, iptables, and firewall management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.
• Mandatory legal eligibility to work in India with local residency and availability for immediate joining in Delhi.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional Linux certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer – RHCE, Linux Professional Institute – LPIC-2).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration platforms (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Prior professional experience in enterprise IT service management (ITIL framework).

Application Information

• Recruiter: Silver Touch Technologies Ltd. Human Resources Division
• Contact Name: Anubhooti Kumari (Recruiting Team Lead)
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone:
• Application URL: https://www.silvertouch.com
• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise IT Package
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Delhi On-Site Opening)
• Notice Period: Immediate Joining Required
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time On-Site (Delhi, India)

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Linux System Administrator position at Silver Touch Technologies Ltd., ensure your resume explicitly highlights your 6+ years of enterprise Linux server management, your shell scripting automation background, and your immediate joiner availability.