Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and skilled Linux System Administrator to oversee the configuration, stability, and security of our web hosting infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have experience managing Linux-based servers in a production environment, supporting development and deployment workflows, and handling day-to-day server maintenance, including web services, databases, DNS, SSL, and backups.

This role also includes release coordination support, ensuring a smooth transition of code from development to production environments.

Key Responsibilities

Server & Hosting Management

- Manage, monitor, and maintain Linux-based web servers

- Configure and optimize web services such as Apache, Nginx, and PHP

- Monitor server health, load, disk usage, and performance

- Implement regular system updates, security patches, and scheduled backups

Deployment & Release Support

- Coordinate and support application deployments to staging and production environments

- Maintain or improve simple deployment scripts or version-controlled workflows

- Assist the development team in resolving environment-related issues

Security & Access Control

- Enforce server hardening best practices (SSH, firewalls, intrusion prevention)

- Manage access control, including SSH keys and SFTP/FTP accounts

- Monitor server logs and implement responses to suspicious activity or incidents

Service Configuration & Maintenance

- Manage and troubleshoot web hosting stack components (Apache/Nginx, PHP, MySQL/MariaDB, email servers, etc.)

- Configure and manage DNS records, subdomains, and redirects

- Install and renew SSL certificates (Let's Encrypt, paid SSLs, etc.)

General IT and Dev Support

- Support developers with log access, server-side error debugging, and permissions

- Assist with release testing environments (staging/dev)

- Document standard procedures and maintain server-related documentation

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

- Solid experience in Linux system administration (CentOS, AlmaLinux, Ubuntu, or Debian)

- Strong understanding of web hosting stack (LAMP/LEMP)

- Experience managing Apache/Nginx, MySQL/MariaDB, PHP, and mail services

- Knowledge of DNS, SSL, domain setup, and backup procedures

- Familiar with basic shell scripting (bash)

- Ability to use standard Linux tools (rsync, journalctl, top, netstat, etc.)

Nice to Have:

- Familiarity with Git and code deployment workflows

- Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., GitLab CI, Jenkins)

- Exposure to configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)

- Basic knowledge of containerization (e.g., Docker)

- Experience with cloud-based hosting (AWS, DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.)

Soft Skills

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to server management

- Capable of working independently or in coordination with development teams

- Good communication and documentation skills