Red Hat Linux Administrator

We are seeking a skilled Linux & Windows Administrator with strong VMware and Cloud experience to manage enterprise server environments. The role requires hands-on expertise in Linux distributions (SUSE, Red Hat, Ubuntu, AWS Linux) and Windows Server platforms, along with experience in migrations, troubleshooting critical incidents (P1/P2), and ITIL-based operations., Core System Administration

• Provide L2 support for Solaris and Linux and L3 support for Windows operating systems, including troubleshooting, administration, and performance tuning
• Perform installation, configuration, patching, and upgrades across Solaris, Linux, and Windows environments
• Monitor and optimize system performance, resource utilization, and overall platform health
• Execute server provisioning, commissioning, and decommissioning for both physical and virtual systems

Incident & Service Management

• Manage incidents, service requests, and problem resolution in alignment with defined SLAs
• Handle P1/P2 critical incidents, perform root cause analysis, and ensure quick service restoration
• Follow ITIL processes (Incident, Request, Change, Problem Management)

Windows & Linux Expertise

• Strong experience with:
• Linux: RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu, AWS Linux
• Windows: Server 2012, 2016, 2019/2022, and latest versions (2025 readiness)
• Perform OS upgrades and migration activities across platforms

VMware & Virtualization

• Provide L2 support for VMware infrastructure, including:
• Managing VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) environment
• Monitoring vCenter and ESXi hosts
• VM provisioning, configuration, and operations (power, snapshot, resource allocation)
• Handle routine alerts and initial issue troubleshooting
• Escalate complex issues to L3 with proper documentation
• Working knowledge of NSX-T and vSAN

Cloud & Backup Operations

• Manage and support server environments in AWS cloud platforms
• Support backup, restore, and recovery activities for servers and virtual machines

• 5-10 years of experience in Linux & Windows system administration
• Strong troubleshooting skills for application and OS-level issues during outages
• Hands-on experience with VMware (vSphere, VCF, ESXi, vCenter)
• Experience with AWS cloud server management
• Strong understanding of OS migrations and upgrades
• ITIL process knowledge (Incident, Change, Problem Management)

Good to Have

• Knowledge of Solaris (secondary skill)
• Experience with automation tools (Shell scripting, Ansible, PowerShell, etc.)
• Exposure to enterprise monitoring and backup tools

Certification (Preferred)

• RHCE / RHCSA
• Microsoft Certified (Windows Server / Azure)
• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
• ITIL Foundation

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Pay: $48.00 per hour

Experience:

• Linux: 5 years (Required)
• Windows: 8 years (Required)
• RHEL: 3 years (Required)
• SUSE: 3 years (Required)
• AWS: 3 years (Required)