Pranathi Software - Linux Administrator - ESXi / Acropolis HyperVisor

About the Role :

We are looking for a seasoned Linux Administrator with strong experience in managing Linux-based environments and virtualization platforms such as ESXi and Acropolis Hypervisor.

This role requires a self-motivated professional who can take ownership of critical server infrastructure, ensure uptime, and provide advanced-level technical support across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage and administer Linux servers (CentOS, Fedora, RHEL) in both physical and virtualized environments.
• Setup, configure, and maintain cPanel, Apache, Tomcat, and various mail servers (Zimbra, Postfix, MS Exchange).
• Perform regular system maintenance, patching, and updates.
• Administer and troubleshoot virtualized environments using ESXi, Acropolis Hypervisor, Citrix, and Proxmox.
• Experience in RAID configurations (hardware and software) and server hardware management.
• Deploy, monitor, and optimize virtual machines and clusters.
• Perform basic administration, tuning, and backup of MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
• Write and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Batch, or other relevant scripting languages.
• Automate routine tasks, including server provisioning and patch management.
• Setup and maintain monitoring systems like Nagios, Zabbix, Zenoss, and Cacti to ensure server health and performance.
• Implement effective backup strategies, data recovery, and DR procedures.
• Configure and troubleshoot core networking services : DNS, DHCP, FTP, NFS, Samba, Squid Proxy, etc.
• Design and enforce network security policies using IPTables, Firewalld, and access control lists (ACLs).
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement system hardening procedures.
• Create and manage user accounts, permissions, and password policies.
• Audit system access and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of systems, processes, and configurations.
• Provide Level 3 support for escalated issues and assist junior team members in resolving complex problems.

Preferred Skills :

(ref : hirist.tech)