System Administrator-Linux

Dubai Tax Free26 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
About Suadeo Suadeo is an independent French software vendor with over 20 years of experience in data solutions. Our flagship product, Suadeo Self Data Services (SDS), is a sovereign and comprehensive data platform offering governance, quality control, analysis, and business value. To support the continued expansion of our cloud-native infrastructure and ensure operational excellence, we are seeking a System Administrator to join our team in Dubai. This role focuses on managing and securing our Linux-based systems and supporting infrastructure services critical to our operations. Main Responsibilities Linux System Administration • Install, configure, and maintain physical and virtual servers (Ubuntu, CentOS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux ) • Apply system updates, patch management, and OS hardening • Monitor system performance and optimize server resources • Automate recurring tasks using scripts and system tools Infrastructure Services Management • Manage core infrastructure services (DNS, DHCP, NTP, LDAP) • Maintain user access, file systems, and backup routines • Configure and maintain system-level firewall rules and access policies • Support application deployment and environment configuration Monitoring & Performance • Set up and maintain system monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) • Respond to alerts, analyze logs, and resolve system incidents • Perform regular system audits and enhance infrastructure resilience Security & Compliance • Implement and enforce Linux security best practices • Manage SSH key policies, OS hardening measures, and log integrity • Support audit readiness and documentation of compliance requirements Collaboration & Support • Work closely with DevOps, Network, and Security teams • Provide Level 2/3 technical support for infrastructure-related issues • Participate in on-call rotations and planned maintenance windows Documentation & Procedures • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of systems, processes, and configurations • Contribute to infrastructure improvement initiatives and internal standards Required Profile Essential Skills: • Strong command of Linux system administration (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, Red Hat) • Good understanding of server security, file systems, and permissions • Experience with system monitoring and automation tools • Familiarity with virtualization and container environments (VMware, Docker, Podman) • Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls) • Scripting skills (bash, Python) Why Join Suadeo? • Be part of a sovereign, fast-growing French tech company with international ambitions • Contribute to the backbone of our SDS infrastructure in a modern Linux environment • Collaborate with a talented team driving innovation in data and infrastructure platforms • Take ownership of key infrastructure components in a security-focused environment