Systems Administrator​/Automation Engineer

What are the top 3 skills required for this role?

• Windows Admin
• Linux Admin
• Powershell

With hands on experience in Windows and Linux system administration
, scripting automation
, and technical documentation
. The ideal candidate will support day to day system operations, build automated deployment scripts, and create reliable documentation to enable consistent, high quality IT service delivery.

• Perform basic administration of Windows and Linux servers including user management, file system permissions, updates, and system monitoring.
• Support OS level troubleshooting involving services, processes, networking, and performance.
• Install, configure, and maintain applications and system components within both environments.
• Apply patches, security updates, and system hardening guidelines.

• Create and maintain installation, setup, and configuration scripts for software deployments and system provisioning.
• Develop automation scripts using Bash and Power Shell for repetitive tasks, system configuration, and operational workflows.
• Standardize build scripts and deployment processes to ensure consistency across environments.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation scripts.

• Write robust and secure Bash scripts for Linux administration tasks.
• Build Power Shell scripts for Windows administration, reporting, and configuration automation.
• Integrate scripts with system tools, APIs, and logs to automate maintenance activities.
• Follow scripting best practices including error handling, logging, modularization, and version control.

• Produce clear, structured, and comprehensive technical documentation including installation guides, troubleshooting procedures, runbooks, and configurations.
• Maintain versioned documentation for scripts, deployments, and system configuration changes.
• Contribute to knowledge base articles for internal teams.
• Ensure documentation aligns with compliance, audit, and operational standards.

• 8-10 years of experience in systems administration or IT engineering roles.
• Strong foundational knowledge of Windows Server and Linux (Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS) administration.
• Hands on scripting experience in Bash and Power Shell.
• Experience writing installation scripts or automated deployment procedures.
• Familiarity with networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, IP addressing).
• Understanding of system logs, service management, and process monitoring.

• Experience with version control (Git).
• Basic knowledge of automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS).
• Understanding of virtualization (VMware, Hyper V).
• Exposure to CI/CD processes.

• Strong documentation and communication abilities.
• Analytical mindset with excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt, and work independently.
• Team oriented and reliable approach to problem-solving.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.