A Linux/Unix Administrator is responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux and Unix operating systems on servers, ensuring optimal system performance, security, and availability by monitoring system health, managing user access, implementing updates, performing backups, and resolving technical issues as they arise, often collaborating with other IT teams to support business operations.
Key responsibilities:
1.Installing and configuring Linux/Unix operating systems on physical and virtual servers, including network settings, user accounts, and system services.
2.Actively monitoring system performance metrics like CPU usage, memory, disk space, network traffic, and identifying potential issues through log analysis.
3.Implementing robust security measures like access controls, firewall rules, patch management, and vulnerability scanning to protect against cyber threats.
4.Establishing and maintaining reliable backup strategies for system data and configurations, ensuring efficient data recovery in case of emergencies.
