Linux Systems Administrator

PRR Recruitment Services; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Linux Administrator to support and maintain Linux-based infrastructure. Key responsibilities include monitoring systems, responding to alerts, and resolving incidents. Ideal candidates will have 3–5 years of experience, strong troubleshooting and scripting skills, and the ability to work independently. This role is essential for ensuring system stability and performance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Linux systems administration experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and scripting skills required.
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and multi-environment setups.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems, respond to alerts, and resolve incidents.
• Perform root cause analysis and document processes.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure system stability.

Skills

Linux systems administration

Troubleshooting skills

Scripting skills

Independent work

Effective communication

Tools

Monitoring tools

Job description

Overview

The position involves supporting and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure for a global client base. The administrator will be responsible for monitoring systems, responding to alerts, resolving incidents, and performing root cause analysis. The role includes working with various tools and environments, documenting processes, and collaborating with technical teams to ensure system stability and performance.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems, respond to alerts, resolve incidents, and perform root cause analysis
• Document processes and collaborate with technical teams to ensure system stability and performance

Key Requirements

• 3–5 years of Linux systems administration experience
• Strong troubleshooting and scripting skills
• Familiarity with monitoring tools and multi-environment setups
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively