Linux & System Administration Specialist

Hi-Tech Recruitment - Cape Town; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 558,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Hi-Tech Recruitment - Cape Town is seeking a Linux Systems Administration Specialist with 5+ years' enterprise experience. You will install, configure, and support Linux servers, troubleshoot performance issues, and manage storage and disaster recovery. Proficiency in Cisco networking and Fortinet firewalls is highly valued.

Relevant CCNA/CCNP certifications are preferred. The role requires strong scripting skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced team environment across DevOps and

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in a Linux/Systems Admin role within an enterprise
• CCNA or CCNP qualification preferred
• Setting up and managing Cisco networking equipment
• Setting up and managing Fortinet firewalls
• Managing and troubleshooting complex networks including enterprise Wi‑Fi and performance optimization

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, support and maintain Linux servers in development, test and production environments.
• Investigate and troubleshoot performance and other issues.
• Maintain design and support documentation.
• General infrastructure knowledge for DNS, NTP, network, security hardening and other Linux services.
• Administer enterprise storage systems like NetApp, EMC, etc.
• Create and maintain Bash scripts for automation and tasks.
• Install, configure and maintain various open source and enterprise applications on Linux.
• Ensure backups and restore capabilities; participate in disaster recovery planning.
• Maintain a disaster recovery site.

Skills

CCNA/CCNP

Linux administration

Network & firewall

Bash scripting

Storage systems (NetApp/EMC)

Education

CCNA/CCNP qualification

Tools

Cisco networking equipment

Fortinet firewalls

Enterprise Wi‑Fi

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

The server & network infrastructure team is seeking a strong Linux & Systems Administration Specialist to join its team. You will require a proven track record with at least 5+ years’ experience in a similar role having supported Linux Systems in an enterprise environment. You will also preferably be certified on CentOS, RedHat or Oracle Linux. Network and Firewall related knowledge and skill is an advantage.
In this position you will be required to:

• Install, configure, support and maintain Linux servers in development, test and production environments.
• Investigate and troubleshoot performance and other issues.
• Maintain design and support documentation.
• Possess strong general knowledge of Infrastructure services relevant to Linux like DNS, NTP, network, security hardening and other common Linux services.
• Administer Enterprise storage systems like NetApp, EMC, etc.
• Create and maintain Bash scripts for automation and other tasks.
• Install, configure and maintain a wide variety of open source and enterprise applications on Linux.
• Ensure systems are backed up and can be restored in the event of a disaster.
• Maintain a disaster recovery site.

Attributes:

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Manage time and workflow to meet service levels.
• Handle stressful situations effectively.
• Ability to anticipate and address problems.
• Respect for a high degree of confidentiality.
• Able to work well in a team and/or individually.
• A hard worker.
• Desire to add value.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Service orientated.
• Takes initiative and is driven.

Qualifications:

• Preferably be CCNA or CCNP qualified.
• 5+ Years’ experience in a similar role.
• Setting up and managing Cisco networking equipment.
• Setting up and managing Fortinet firewalls.
• Managing and troubleshooting complex networks including enterprise Wi-Fi and a proven track record.
• Performance optimization skills.

Package & Remuneration

R 50000 - R 65000 - Monthly