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Job Location drjobs

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job Description

Our client is a dynamic technologyfocused organization committed to delivering robust and scalable infrastructure solutions. They prioritize system reliability security and performance aiming to stay at the forefront of innovation within the IT infrastructure landscape.

We are looking for a highly skilled Systems Engineer with expertise in Linux server and network administration. This role involves maintaining the clients core infrastructure ensuring optimal security performance and availability. Join a collaborative team environment where you will manage missioncritical systems troubleshoot complex network issues and contribute to strategic infrastructure initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Linux Server Administration:
    • Install configure and maintain Linux servers (e.g. Ubuntu CentOS Red Hat).
    • Conduct system monitoring troubleshooting and performance optimization.
    • Manage updates patches and enforce security standards.
  • Network Administration:
    • Configure and manage network devices (e.g. routers switches firewalls) and manage BGP peering.
    • Oversee DNS DHCP and VPNs (OpenVPN) ensuring secure network operations.
  • System Support and Maintenance:
    • Provide timely technical support and conduct root cause analysis for infrastructurerelated issues.
    • Develop and maintain system documentation and standard operating procedures.
  • Security and Compliance:
    • Implement security measures and conduct regular audits.
    • Ensure compliance with industry security standards and manage vulnerability assessments.
  • Backup and Disaster Recovery:
    • Manage backup systems and develop disaster recovery plans.
  • Collaboration and Mentorship:
    • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams and mentor junior team members.

Requirements:

  • Experience:
    • 35 years in systems administration with Linux and network management expertise.
    • Experience with MTCNA/MTCRE network hardware and Autonomous Systems (AS).
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficiency in Linux OS (Ubuntu CentOS Red Hat).
    • Solid network knowledge (routing switching) and experience with tools like Nagios Zabbix and Prometheus.
    • Familiarity with virtualization (VMware KVM) and basic scripting (Bash Python).
    • Automation experience with Ansible Puppet or Terraform is advantageous.
  • Security Knowledge:
    • Knowledge of security protocols (NIST CIS) and audit practices.
  • Education and Certifications:
    • Degree in Computer Science IT or related field preferred.
    • Relevant certifications (RHCSA CompTIA Linux MTCNA MTCRE) are beneficial.

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