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Job Summary

The Linux System Administrator will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of Linux-based systems and services. The role includes ensuring system security, performance tuning, and supporting the organization's infrastructure needs, both on-premises and cloud-based.

Keys Responsibilities:

1. System Administration & Open Source Tools
   • Configure and manage Linux-based systems (Ubuntu, RHEL/CentOS, SUSE) and open-source services (LDAP, Samba, DNS, HTTP).
   • Deploy, configure, and manage Linux-based load balancing tools such as HAProxy, Nginx, Keepalived, and LVS.
   • Deploy and maintain open-source monitoring tools (Sensu, Logstash, Kibana, Graphite).
   • Automate tasks using Bash, Python, Ruby, or Perl scripts.
   • Set up hardware, software, and server environments.
   • Set up and manage storage solutions (e.g., LVM, RAID) and network configurations.
2. Monitoring & Backup
   • Perform daily system and backup monitoring, ensuring data integrity using TSM or open-source backup solutions.
   • Implement and expand distributed monitoring systems for uptime and performance tracking.
3. Performance & Security
   • Conduct performance tuning and resource optimization.
   • Perform regular security monitoring to identify vulnerabilities and ensure system hardening.
   • Fine-tune configurations to handle high traffic loads while minimizing latency.
4. User Management & Support
   • Manage user accounts, permissions, and access control.
   • Provide system support and recover from software and hardware failures.
5. Application Support
   • Install and manage web servers (e.g., Apache, NGINX).
   • Support database servers (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
   • Manage containerized applications using Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
6. Innovation & Open Source Adoption
   • Evaluate and implement new open-source tools for system improvement.
   • Lead efforts in infrastructure upgrades using open-source technologies and frameworks.
   • Deploy and manage virtualized environments using tools like VMware, KVM, or Proxmox.

Maintenance Responsibilities

• • Apply OS patches, upgrades, and update administrative tools/utilities.
  • Configure and add new services as required.
  • Maintain operational procedures and documentation.
  • Perform performance reporting to support capacity planning.
  • Conduct performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization.
  • Configure CPU, memory, and disk partitions as needed.
  • Maintain and monitor data center environmental equipment.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the manager.

Required Qulifications and Skills:

1. Education & Certification
   • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field.
   • CompTIA Linux+
   • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
   • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
   • Ubuntu Certified Professional (UCP)
2. Experience
   • 5+ years of experience in a production Linux-based environment & supporting open-source software.
   • Experience with backup & recovery systems.
   • Proven experience in deploying server environments for large-scale organizations.
3. Technical Skills
   • Proficient in Linux distributions: Ubuntu, RHEL/CentOS, SUSE, Oracle Linux.
   • Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Servers and services (AD, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, etc.).
   • Scripting languages: Bash, Ruby, Python, Perl.
   • Monitoring tools: Sensu, Logstash, Graphite, Kibana, Elastic search.
   • Knowledge of IBM hardware: SAN, SAN switches, tape libraries, blade chassis, high-end servers.
   • Strong understanding of networking, DNS, and storage systems.
4. Other Requirements
   • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
   • Experience conducting audits to ensure compliance with policies and standards.

Applicants are required to mention the Job Title and Vacancy # in the subject line of their email. Please attach your updated CV and a cover letter and send them to hr@kabulspace.af, with a copy (CC) to kabulspace2025@gmail.com. The application deadline is 05-February-2025, so ensure your submission is sent before this date.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview and a demo session. We look forward to receiving your applications.