Linux System Administrator

Dimensions Of Information Ltd; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Linux System Administrator to manage and optimize Linux servers. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for ensuring server performance and security, troubleshooting web applications, and automating tasks with scripting. Ideal candidates will possess strong knowledge of Linux environments and experience with server technologies. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will contribute to innovative solutions and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and web hosting environments.
• Experience with bash shell scripting, Perl, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance and security.
• Automate routine tasks using bash and Python scripting.
• Troubleshoot PHP applications and related server configurations.

Skills

Linux Operating Systems

cPanel/WHM

Bash Scripting

Python Scripting

PHP

HTML

Apache

Nginx

MySQL

Windows Server

Job description

The job description provides a comprehensive overview of the responsibilities and technical skills required for a Linux System Administrator. However, it can be improved for clarity, organization, and focus.

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Job Responsibilities:

1. Manage and administer Linux servers, ensuring optimal performance and security.
2. Configure, administer, and troubleshoot web, database, and mail servers.
3. Perform system updates, monitor server health, manage security protocols, and plan capacity to ensure stability.
4. Support customers through our online tracking system, addressing web application and server-related issues, including website migrations.
5. Automate routine tasks using bash and Python scripting.
6. Troubleshoot PHP applications and related server configurations.
7. Identify security vulnerabilities and hacking issues, utilizing log analysis tools.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems and web hosting environments.
• Proficiency with cPanel/WHM control panel.
• Good communication skills.
• Experience with bash shell scripting, Perl, or Python.
• Understanding of PHP and HTML.
• Familiarity with web server technologies such as Apache, Nginx, PHP-FPM, MySQL, Exim, SpamAssassin, Bind, PureFTPD, and Tomcat.
• Knowledge of Linux distributions like CentOS and RHEL, including shell commands and procedures.
• Ability to compile software, including Linux kernels and server extensions.
• Knowledge of Windows Server is a plus.

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