Linux Administrator; L1 Support Engineer

We are looking for a motivated Linux L1 Administrator to 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.

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 file system growth & File system management.

Perform log rotation and cleanup activities.

Coordinate server reboot and maintenance activities.

CentOS

T CP/IP

DNS

DHCP

SSH

FTP/SFTP

Any Linux version and vendor.

Any Cloud platform hand on and infra knowledge