Linux

Gosnaphop; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 102,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life Insurance

PTO

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Gosnaphop is seeking a hands-on Linux Systems Administrator to support a business-critical server environment in Houston on-site. You will manage Linux and Windows systems, VMware/Hyper-V, scripting, security, and infrastructure upgrades.

The role requires 3+ years of Linux experience, familiarity with SUSE/Ubuntu/Red Hat, AD/Samba/NFS, and Windows Server, with a salary around $120k and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life, PTO, and a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of Linux administration experience.
• Strong experience with SUSE, Ubuntu, or Red Hat Linux.
• Experience with VMware or Hyper-V.
• Samba/Active Directory, NFS, volume management, and Bash scripting.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot SUSE Linux Enterprise Server and Ubuntu Server.
• Monitor system performance, logs, and traffic to identify and resolve issues.
• Administer VMware or Hyper-V virtual environments.
• Support AD/Samba/SMB interoperability, NFS, and volume management.
• Develop and maintain Bash scripts for administration and automation.
• Perform Windows Server administration and troubleshooting.
• Implement security best practices and address vulnerabilities with security teams.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve technical issues and assist with upgrades.

Skills

Linux administration

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent / collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT / Computer Science

Tools

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES)

Ubuntu Server

Red Hat Linux

VMware

Hyper-V

Samba/Active Directory

NFS

Bash scripting

RPM

Zypper

APT

Windows Server

Job description

Title Linux Systems Administrator

Location Houston Metro - on -site 5 days a week

Salary 120k

Benefits Medical, Dental, Life, Eligible for PTO and discrestionary bonus

Our client is seeking a hands-on Linux Administrator to support, maintain, and optimize a business-critical server environment. This role will be responsible for Linux and Windows administration, system performance, security, virtualization, troubleshooting, and infrastructure upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES 12/15) and Ubuntu Server 20.x LTS.


• Monitor system performance, logs, and traffic to identify and resolve issues proactively.


• Administer VMware or Hyper-V virtual environments.


• Support Active Directory/Samba/SMB interoperability, NFS, remote drive mapping, and volume management.


• Install and manage software packages using RPM, Zypper, and APT.


• Develop and maintain Bash scripts for administration and automation.


• Perform basic Windows Server administration and troubleshooting.


• Implement security best practices and work with security teams to address vulnerabilities.


• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to resolve technical issues.


• Assist with system upgrades, infrastructure projects, deployment planning, and technology refreshes.


• Provide technical support and guidance to developers and other IT administrators.


• Maintain documentation and provide training/knowledge transfer.


• Participate in occasional evening or weekend maintenance and project activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field.


• 3+ years of Linux administration experience.


• Strong experience with SUSE, Ubuntu, or Red Hat Linux.


• Experience with VMware or Hyper-V.


• Hands-on experience with Samba/Active Directory, NFS, volume management, and Bash scripting.


• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.