Linux System Administrator (Web Hosting & Release Support)

Trackerteer Corporation; Village of Freeport (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trackerteer Corporation in the Village of Freeport is seeking a skilled Linux System Administrator to manage the configuration and security of web hosting infrastructure. This role involves server maintenance, deployment support, and security management. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in managing Linux servers, web hosting stacks (LAMP/LEMP), and will be familiar with tools like Git and CI/CD workflows. The position is office-based inside the Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga. Benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in Linux system administration (CentOS, AlmaLinux, Ubuntu, or Debian).
• Strong understanding of web hosting stack (LAMP/LEMP).
• Experience managing Apache/Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP, and mail services.

Responsibilities

• Manage, monitor, and maintain Linux-based web servers.
• Coordinate and support application deployments to staging and production environments.
• Manage access control, including SSH keys and SFTP/FTP accounts.

Skills

Linux system administration

Web hosting stack management

Apache/Nginx management

MySQL/MariaDB management

DNS management

Basic shell scripting

Tools

Git

CI/CD tools

Job description

Linux System Administrator (Web Hosting & Release Support)

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Linux System Administrator to oversee the configuration, stability, and security of our web hosting infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience managing Linux-based servers in a production environment, supporting development and deployment workflows, and handling day-to-day server maintenance, including web services, databases, DNS, SSL, and backups. This role also includes release coordination support, ensuring a smooth transition of code from development to production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Server & Hosting Management

• Manage, monitor, and maintain Linux-based web servers
• Configure and optimize web services such as Apache, Nginx, and PHP
• Monitor server health, load, disk usage, and performance
• Implement regular system updates, security patches, and scheduled backups

Deployment & Release Support

• Coordinate and support application deployments to staging and production environments
• Maintain or improve simple deployment scripts or version‑controlled workflows
• Assist the development team in resolving environment‑related issues

Security & Access Control

• Manage access control, including SSH keys and SFTP/FTP accounts
• Monitor server logs and implement responses to suspicious activity or incidents

Service Configuration & Maintenance

• Manage and troubleshoot web hosting stack components (Apache/Nginx, PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, email servers, etc.)
• Configure and manage DNS records, subdomains, and redirects
• Install and renew SSL certificates (Let’s Encrypt, paid SSLs, etc.)

General IT and Dev Support

• Support developers with log access, server‑side error debugging, and permissions
• Assist with release testing environments (staging/dev)
• Document standard procedures and maintain server‑related documentation

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Solid experience in Linux system administration (CentOS, AlmaLinux, Ubuntu, or Debian)
• Strong understanding of web hosting stack (LAMP/LEMP)
• Experience managing Apache/Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP, and mail services
• Knowledge of DNS, SSL, domain setup, and backup procedures
• Familiar with basic shell scripting (bash)
• Ability to use standard Linux tools (rsync, journalctl, top, netstat, etc.)

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Git and code deployment workflows
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins)
• Exposure to configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)
• Basic knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker)
• Experience with cloud‑based hosting (AWS, DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to server management
• Capable of working independently or in coordination with development teams
• Good communication and documentation skills

Note: Office‑based inside the Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga

Location: Old - FPMI Building, New - HOCB Building,