Junior Linux Systems Administrator (CPT – Hybrid)

IT – Software Development
Cape Town – Western Cape

ENVIRONMENT:
Our client, a prominent web hosting company, positions itself as a business enabler, driving economic growth by facilitating online interaction and transactions for the broader business market.  They are currently seeking a Junior Linux Systems Administrator to join their dedicated Systems Administration team, specializing in troubleshooting and resolving issues on their extensive Linux-based hosting infrastructure. A minimum of 1 year basic Linux System Administration experience including LAMP stack is required.
 
DUTIES:
  • Troubleshoot Linux systems in response to system alerts
  • Identify trends to enable proactive system improvements
  • Escalate issues to and work alongside Linux admin teams
  • Ensure the contact centre is kept up to date to be able to keep customers well informed as to the status of an issue
  • Provide out of business hours support
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement within the team
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • Matric Pass or Equivalent
  • A minimum of 1 year basic Linux System Administration experience including LAMP stack
  • Willingness to work shifts
  • Advantageous: Helpdesk or technical support experience
  • Methodical and accurate
  • Customer centric (although not customer-facing)
  • Linux system troubleshooting skills
  • Shell scripting
 
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Excellent troubleshooting & problem solving
  • Good communicator

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