TCS Hiring Linux System Administrator 2026 | Apply Right Now

AlexaHire; India; On-site; INR 400,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Provident Fund

Vacation benefits

Certification reimbursement

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is hiring a Linux System Administrator to manage enterprise Linux infrastructure across production and development environments in India.

Candidates should have 2–6 years of Linux administration experience, a CS degree, and familiarity with shell scripting, web servers, and cloud/virtualization. The role offers a competitive salary, training, and opportunities to work on global projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• 2–6 years of Linux system administration experience
• OS knowledge: RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE Linux
• Shell/Bash scripting knowledge and basic networking understanding

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability
• Perform regular system updates, patching, and upgrades
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
• Troubleshoot server, application, and performance issues
• Implement backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Configure and maintain web servers (Apache, Nginx)
• Log and monitor security events
• Automate tasks using shell scripting
• Work with virtualization tools (VMware, Hyper‑V)
• Support cloud-based Linux environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Document System Configuration and Procedures

Skills

Linux administration

Scripting (Bash)

Networking basics

Cloud knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Nagios

Zabbix

VMware

Hyper-V

Apache

Nginx

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

TCS Hiring Linux System Administrator Post Name: Linux System Administrator Company: TCS (Tata Consultancy Services) Degree: B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc/BCA/MCA in Computer Science or related field Salary: 4 Lakh – 10 Lakh/- Annually...

• Company: TCS (Tata Consultancy Services)
• Degree: B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc/BCA/MCA in Computer Science or related field
• Salary: 4 Lakh – 10 Lakh/- Annually
• Location: Multiple locations across India
• Experience: 2-6 years of experience in Linux administration

Company Overview

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is one of the world’s largest IT services and consulting companies. A part of the Tata Group, TCS operates in more than 50 countries and serves leading global enterprises in industries including banking, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, telecommunications, and technology. The company is known for its strong delivery model, innovation-driven solutions, and digital transformation expertise.

TCS focuses on cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, enterprise applications, and infrastructure management services. With thousands of technology professionals in India and globally, TCS offers structured career development, world-class training programs, and opportunities to work on international projects.

Working at TCS offers stability, opportunities for continuous learning, exposure to modern technologies, and a professional work culture that encourages collaboration and excellence.

TCS is hiring skilled Linux system administrators to manage and maintain enterprise-level Linux infrastructure. The selected candidate will be responsible for installing, configuring, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing Linux servers across production and development environments.

As a Linux System Administrator, you will ensure high system availability, security compliance, and smooth server operations. The role requires practical experience with Linux distributions, shell scripting, system monitoring tools, patch management, and server hardening.

You will collaborate with network engineers, database administrators, application teams, and cybersecurity professionals to maintain a secure and scalable IT infrastructure. This role is ideal for professionals who have strong problem-solving skills, experience in enterprise environments, and knowledge of cloud or virtualization technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability
• Perform regular system updates, patching, and upgrades
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
• Troubleshoot server, application, and performance issues
• Implement backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Configure and maintain web servers (Apache, Nginx)
• Log and monitor security events
• Automate tasks using shell scripting
• Work with virtualization tools (VMware, KVM)
• Support cloud-based Linux environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Ensure compliance with security and operational policies
• Coordinate with cross-functional IT teams
• Document System Configuration and Procedures

Eligibility / Criteria

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience: 2 to 6 years in Linux system administration
• OS Knowledge: RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE Linux
• Scripting: Shell scripting or Bash scripting knowledge
• Networking: Basic understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, FTP, SSH
• Cloud Knowledge: Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred
• Monitoring Tools: Knowledge of Nagios, Zabbix, or similar tools
• Virtualization: VMware or Hyper‑V experience preferred
• Security Knowledge: Firewalls and server hardening
• Communication: Good written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on experience
• Performance‑Based Bonuses and Annual Pay Increases
• Health insurance coverage for employees and dependents
• Provident Fund and Retirement Benefits
• Paid leave and vacation benefits
• Tuition and Certification Reimbursement Program
• Access to TCS internal training platforms
• Opportunities to work on global infrastructure projects
• Hybrid or flexible working options (depending on the project)
• Structured career progression within TCS

Employee referrals within TCS can improve the chances of shortlisting and speed up the recruitment process.

FAQ

1. Is certification mandatory for this role?
If you have relevant experience, a certification such as RHCSA or RHCE is preferred but not mandatory.

2. Does this role involve shift work?
Some projects may require rotational changes depending on customer requirements.

3. Is cloud experience required?
Cloud exposure is preferred but not mandatory for all projects.

4. What growth opportunities are available?
Linux administrators can grow into senior systems engineer, cloud engineer, DevOps engineer, or infrastructure architect roles.

5. Is this role suitable for newcomers?
This role typically requires prior experience in Linux systems administration.