Linux Systems Engineer: RHEL/AlmaLinux & Infra

parvana; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Parvana in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Linux Administrator to manage and secure Linux servers, monitor performance, and handle incident resolution. The role involves implementing patching, backup, and disaster recovery strategies, plus support for Apache/Tomcat and Java apps in enterprise environments.

You will work with Proxmox/VMware/Hyper-V virtualization and container technologies like Docker and Podman, with opportunities for on-call standby support and in-depth system hardening.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of relevant background in technical support, infrastructure support, or Linux administration.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise Linux environments, specifically RHEL and AlmaLinux, including installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of essential networking protocols and tools such as DNS, TCP/IP, SSH, NFS, and firewall management.
• Capability to automate tasks and manage infrastructure using Bash scripting and Python.
• Experience with server monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
• Knowledge of Linux security hardening, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and adherence to compliance standards.
• Experience working with Apache, Tomcat, and Java-based enterprise applications.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms (Proxmox, VMware, Hyper-V) and container technologies like Docker and Podman.
• Proven experience in managing backup solutions and implementing disaster recovery strategies.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, documentation, and customer support abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Handling the installation, configuration, maintenance, and administration of Linux servers.
• Proactively monitoring system performance, capacity, and overall health.
• Investigating and resolving technical incidents and general service requests.
• Managing OS patches, vulnerability remediation, and system security hardening to ensure compliance.
• Providing ongoing database support, including performing necessary backups and restores.
• Troubleshooting networking, connectivity, and various infrastructure-related issues.
• Managing file systems, user/group permissions, and supporting application deployments.
• Developing technical procedures and participating in after-hours or standby support to assist customers and internal teams.

Skills

Linux administration

RHEL

AlmaLinux

Networking basics

Bash scripting

Python

Server monitoring

Security hardening

Patch management

Disaster recovery

Docker

Podman

Virtualization

Apache/Tomcat

Java apps

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Customer support

Tools

Proxmox

VMware

Hyper-V

Job description

Parvana in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Linux Administrator to manage and secure Linux servers, monitor performance, and handle incident resolution. The role involves implementing patching, backup, and disaster recovery strategies, plus support for Apache/Tomcat and Java apps in enterprise environments.

You will work with Proxmox/VMware/Hyper-V virtualization and container technologies like Docker and Podman, with opportunities for on-call standby support and in-depth system hardening.