Linux Administrator (L1) – Onsite 24x7 Support

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Linux Administrator (L1) to provide 24x7 onsite support for our Linux infrastructure. The role involves provisioning, hardening, patching and maintaining Linux servers in a high‑availability environment.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure sufficient disk space and perform proactive log purging according to the customer security policy.
• Implement and recommend proactive patch upgrades, security patches and firmware updates in coordination with Red Hat, HP and the customer.
• Monitor OS performance and logs, tune monitoring tools, and escalate issues as defined in the SLA.
• Handle end‑to‑end installation, re‑installation, configuration, and corrective maintenance of Red Hat Linux systems.
• Participate in shift handover, incident and change management processes.
• Collaborate with Red Hat, HP backend and customer teams for OS migrations and upgrades.

Required profile

• 1‑3 years of relevant Linux administration experience (L1 level).
• B.E./Diploma/B.Sc. in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Telecommunication or related field with no gaps in education.
• Relevant Red Hat certification preferred.

Required skills

• Red Hat Linux installation and troubleshooting.
• OS hardening and security patch implementation.
• Sudo access management and ACL configuration.
• OS migration (in‑place and side‑by‑side).
• User management, LDAP, NFS and permission handling.
• Basic knowledge of Red Hat Cluster Suite (Pacemaker) and RHEV12.
• Automation using Ansible.