Linux Systems Administrator

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated AWS/Linux Systems Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our cloud-based infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the high availability, security, and performance of our Linux-based services running on Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Responsibilities and Duties

• AWS Infrastructure Management: Configure, maintain, and optimize AWS cloud infrastructure, including EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, and Route53.
• Linux Administration: Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (primarily Ubuntu/CentOS/Red Hat).
• Configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting servers, networks and IT infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Monitoring system performance, analyzing logs and identifying potential issues to prevent downtime and security risks
• Automation & Scripting: Automate routine tasks, server provisioning, and configuration management using scripting languages (Bash, Python) and tools (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef).
• Documenting system configurations, processes and troubleshooting steps for future reference and team collaboration
• Monitoring & Performance: Monitor system performance, resource utilization, and application health using tools like CloudWatch, Prometheus, and Grafana.
• Security & Patching: Implement security measures, manage firewall rules (Security Groups), conduct regular patching, and ensure system compliance.
• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Manage data backups, storage lifecycle policies, and disaster recovery procedures to ensure business continuity.
• Collaboration: Work with software engineers to support CI/CD pipelines and troubleshoot application deployment issues.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Linux System Administrator, with at least 1–2 years specifically managing AWS environments.
• Linux OS Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• AWS Services: Hands-on experience with core AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch).
• Scripting: Proficiency in Bash scripting and/or Python.
• Configuration Management: Experience with Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, or Chef.
• Networking: Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, SSH, VPNs).
• Problem-Solving: Excellent troubleshooting skills under pressure.

How to Apply

All applications will be received and reviewed through the BrighterMonday Portal by clicking on the 'Apply Here' Log In and Apply (https://www.brightermonday.co.ug/account/customer/sign-up?apply=1139863&tab=login)