Systems Administrator - Linux / VMWare - Hybrid working - Proactive Appointments : Job Details

Systems Administrator - Linux / VMWare - Hybrid working

One of our biggest customers is looking for an experienced Systems Administrator - Linux / VMWare to join them on a hybrid working basis.

As the Systems Administrator your key responsibilities are

• Manage 50+ virtual servers running different variants of Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.), including user management, security, and system upgrades
• Administer, monitor, and maintain our VMware ESXi environment (versions 6, 7, or 8), ensuring optimal performance and uptime
• Regularly apply security patches to all servers, ensure firewalls are properly configured, and implement network-wide firewall rules
• Plan and execute annual server upgrades to the latest stable releases for all Linux systems.

About you

• A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Strong knowledge of administering Linux systems, including installation, upgrading, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Proven experience managing virtualized environments with VMware vSphere (6, 7 or 8).
• Proven experience managing MySQL/MariaDB/other RDBMS
• Ability to create and maintain clear, concise, and detailed documentation

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. 

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