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Linux Administrator (L1 Support Engineer)
Elfonze Technologies · United States · back to the listing
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What this role officially is
ICT system administrator — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
ICT system administrators are responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer and network systems, servers, workstations and peripheral devices. They may acquire, install, or upgrade computer components and software; automate routine tasks; write computer programs; troubleshoot; train and supervise staff; and provide technical support. They ensure optimum system integrity, security, backup and performance.
Also known as: enterprise administrator, IT system administrator, ICT systems administrator, ICT sysadmins, IT systems administrator, ICT sysadmin
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What the listing never says
- 30 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
- No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency
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This is a remote position.
Position Title
Linux Administrator (L1 Support Engineer)
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivatedLinux L1 Administratorto provide first-level support for Linux servers and infrastructure. The role involves monitoring system performance, handling incidents, performing routine administration tasks, and ensuring server availability in a 24x7 production environment. Candidate should have a foundational understanding of Linux operating systems, networking, troubleshooting, and IT service management processes.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Monitor Linux servers, applications, and services using enterprise monitoring tools.
• Monitor CPU, Memory, Disk, Swap, Network, and Process utilization.
• Respond to alerts and incidents generated by monitoring platforms.
• Escalate unresolved issues to L2/L3 teams as per escalation matrix.
• Perform daily server health checks.
• User account creation, modification, and deletion.
• Password resets and account unlocks.
• File system and directory permission management.
• Basic package installation and updates using: YUM/DNF ,APT ,RPM
• Diagnose and resolve basic Linux OS issues.
• Analyze system logs and identify recurring issues.
• Handle service restart requests and basic troubleshooting.
• Ensure ticket updates and SLA compliance.
• Participate in shift handovers and operational reviews.
• Verify backup completion status.
• Monitor disk usage and filesystem growth& File system management.
• Perform log rotation and cleanup activities.
• Coordinate server reboot and maintenance activities.
Operating Systems
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• CentOS
• Ubuntu Linux
• Oracle Linux
Networking Basics
• TCP/IP
• DNS
• DHCP
• SSH
• FTP/SFTP
• Ping, Traceroute, Telnet,
Preferred Certifications
• Any Linux version and vendor.
Cloud Knowledge
• Any Cloud platform hand on and infra knowledge
Originally posted on Himalayas
Position Title
Linux Administrator (L1 Support Engineer)
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivatedLinux L1 Administratorto provide first-level support for Linux servers and infrastructure. The role involves monitoring system performance, handling incidents, performing routine administration tasks, and ensuring server availability in a 24x7 production environment. Candidate should have a foundational understanding of Linux operating systems, networking, troubleshooting, and IT service management processes.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Monitor Linux servers, applications, and services using enterprise monitoring tools.
• Monitor CPU, Memory, Disk, Swap, Network, and Process utilization.
• Respond to alerts and incidents generated by monitoring platforms.
• Escalate unresolved issues to L2/L3 teams as per escalation matrix.
• Perform daily server health checks.
• User account creation, modification, and deletion.
• Password resets and account unlocks.
• File system and directory permission management.
• Basic package installation and updates using: YUM/DNF ,APT ,RPM
• Diagnose and resolve basic Linux OS issues.
• Analyze system logs and identify recurring issues.
• Handle service restart requests and basic troubleshooting.
• Ensure ticket updates and SLA compliance.
• Participate in shift handovers and operational reviews.
• Verify backup completion status.
• Monitor disk usage and filesystem growth& File system management.
• Perform log rotation and cleanup activities.
• Coordinate server reboot and maintenance activities.
Operating Systems
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• CentOS
• Ubuntu Linux
• Oracle Linux
Networking Basics
• TCP/IP
• DNS
• DHCP
• SSH
• FTP/SFTP
• Ping, Traceroute, Telnet,
Preferred Certifications
• Any Linux version and vendor.
Cloud Knowledge
• Any Cloud platform hand on and infra knowledge
Originally posted on Himalayas