Vivid Resourcing

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Linux System Administrator to join our IT infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing, maintaining, and optimizing our Linux-based systems that support daily business operations and mission-critical services. You will ensure system stability, performance, and security while providing hands-on support across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. This position requires a strong technical foundation in Linux administration, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams such as DevOps, networking, security, and development. You will play a key role in improving system reliability through automation, implementing best practices, and contributing to infrastructure enhancements as the organization grows. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, committed to operational excellence, and eager to work in an environment where uptime, security, and scalability are top priorities. Responsibilities Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and system components across on-premise and cloud environments Perform system updates, patching, and security hardening to ensure compliance with standards and best practices Monitor system health, performance, and resource usage; respond to alerts and incidents promptly Troubleshoot complex Hardware, software, and network problems Manage users, groups, permissions, and authentication systems (LDAP, Active Directory, SSH) Configure and support services such as DNS, DHCP, NFS, Apache/NGINX, Samba, SSH, and CRON Maintain backup and restoration processes, disaster recovery plans, and high-availability configurations Automate routine tasks using Bash, Python, or other scripting languages Support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning initiatives Maintain accurate and detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and troubleshooting procedures Collaborate with DevOps, networking, and development teams to support application deployments and continuous improvement Ensure strong security posture through regular audits, patching, and system hardening Required qualifications 2-5 years of experience as a Linux System Administrator or similar technical role Strong proficiency with Linux distributions such as RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, or Debian Solid command-line skills and understanding of Linux architecture, file systems, and package management Experience with Virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, Proxmox, etc.) Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, Firewalls) Experience with Shell scripting (Bash) or additional languages like Python or Perl Understanding of system security practices, auditing, and hardening Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack, etc.) The offer A permanent, full-time employment contract A salary & benefits package commensurate with experience