Systems​/Networks Administrator; Ops Specialist

A company that provides integrated identity and payment solutions, specializing in secure document and card manufacturing, biometric identification systems, and digital identity verification, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Systems/Network Administrator to join their team. This role is for a technical expert who thrives in command-line environments and possesses a holistic understanding of all interconnected system components.
GUI-driven administrators need not apply.

• Linux (CLI Expert): Provide expert-level administration for Debian (Ubuntu) and Red Hat (Alma, Rocky) distributions. Provision and configure systems (servers, clusters, laptops) via the CLI
  . Manually install and configure LOB applications using config files (YAML, JSON). Monitor, troubleshoot system performance, and analyze logs/processes.

• Windows Server Ownership: Manage and maintain Windows servers, including Active Directory (AD/LDAP), DHCP, DNS, NPS, Certificate Services, IIS (with Dot Net/ASP/Web Sockets), and Hyper‑V. Provide user desktop support and manage file servers.

• Network Topology Management: Work with Core/Distribution/Access switching environments (Edgecore, Mikro Tik, Uni Fi, D-Link).

• Security & Configuration: Manage VLANs and implement modern tunneling (Zero Tier, Wire Guard). Proficiently configure iptables/nftables, firewalld
  , and network bonding.

• Firewall Administration: Hands‑on configuration and troubleshooting of Forti Gate, Mikro Tik, and pf Sense.

• Performance & Monitoring: Maintain network uptime, ensure critical service availability, and utilize monitoring applications (Zabbix, Nagios, etc.).
  IPAM/DCIM experience is essential.

• Storage Management: Manage SAN, NAS, DAS, LVM, and LUN infrastructure (HPE SAN, Synology, FreeNAS). Perform HBA bonding, SCSI configuration, and storage performance optimization.

• Hardware & HA: Assemble, upgrade, and troubleshoot server hardware. Configure RAID and other High Availability (HA) methods.

  • Advantageous:
    Experience with Veeam, Quest Net Vault, and LTO‑tape technology.

• Virtualization & Clusters: Administer Xen‑based hypervisor clusters (XCP/Xen) and Hyper‑V. Deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot virtualized environments, managing cluster performance and failover.

  • Advantageous:
    Experience with Hyper‑V clusters, VMWare vSphere, Docker, and Kubernetes.

• Database Support: Provide basic support (backups, restores, minor SQL queries) for Postgres, Oracle, and Maria
  
  DB. Collaborate with DBA teams.

  • Advantageous:
    Oracle Data Pump and TNS Listener troubleshooting.

• Office & Asset Management: Implement ITIL‑based best practices (ITSM). Manage assets (ITAM), including procurement, supplier negotiation, warranties, and SLAs.

• Soft Skills & Documentation: Write support/training documentation. Maintain strong written/verbal English communication.
  Work independently, manage multiple priorities
  , and collaborate effectively with interdepartmental teams (e.g., Finance, Audit). Be eager to learn new technologies.

  • Advantageous:
    Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a similar field.

• Required Certifications (or equivalent):

  • A+, N+

  • MTCNA

  • ICND1, UBWA

  • Linux+/LPIC1, Server+

  • MCSA:
    Windows Server 2016

• Extensive technical management experience, preferably in a related industry.

• Advanced knowledge of IT Infrastructure innovation and integration.

• Methodologies: Full understanding of the IT Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

• Database Knowledge: Familiarity with basic SQL, database design, and working with data architects.

• Certifications: LPIC2, MCITP, MTCRE, CCNA, MCSE:
  Core Infrastructure, ITILv4, Security+.

• Methodologies: Experience with ITIL and AGILE Methodologies.

• Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IFyou meet the above requirements and want to make a career‑changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to