Linux Administrator

ComTec Information Systems (IT); Moss Point (MS); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ComTec Information Systems (IT) is seeking a Linux Administrator to manage Linux-based infrastructure across on‑prem and cloud environments. The role is hybrid with 3 days per week at the local office, supporting sites in the US.

You will install, configure, and monitor Linux systems, automate tasks with Bash/Python, and collaborate with IT and development teams to support deployments, security, backups, and disaster recovery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience.
• Strong scripting and troubleshooting across Linux distros.
• Experience managing user access controls and permissions.
• Familiarity with networking, monitoring tools, and security protocols.
• Experience with virtualization and cloud environments (AWS).
• Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and CM tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Basic understanding of DevOps practices.
• Bash and Python scripting for automation.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.).
• Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting for cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
• Assist with system upgrades, patches, and security updates.
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues.
• Automate system tasks using shell scripting or configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.).
• Collaborate with development and IT teams to support application deployments.
• Manage backup, disaster recovery, and storage solutions.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and issues.
• Provide technical support for Linux-based systems.

Skills

Linux system admin

Scripting & troubleshooting

User access control

Networking basics

Firewalls & VPNs

Cloud & virtualization

Docker & Kubernetes

Configuration management

DevOps basics

Bash & Python

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

AWS

Job description

• Note: Need Locals AND s. *******

Title

Linux Administrator

Location

Jackson, MS / Little Rock, AR / New Orleans, LA / Houston, TX

Work Mode

Hybrid – 3 day a week to local office

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.)
• Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting for cloud and on-premises infrastructure
• Assist with system upgrades, patches, and security updates
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues
• Automate system tasks using shell scripting or configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.)
• Collaborate with development and IT teams to support application deployments
• Manage backup, disaster recovery, and storage solutions
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
• Document system configurations, procedures, and issues
• Provide technical support for Linux-based systems

Required Skills

• 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration
• Solid understanding of Linux system management, scripting, and troubleshooting (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS)
• Experience in managing user access control and permissions
• Familiarity with networking and server performance monitoring tools
• Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, and security protocols
• Experience with virtualization and cloud environments (AWS, etc.)
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or similar container technologies
• Knowledge of configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
• Basic understanding of DevOps principles
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python) for automation