Linux System Administrator (Top Tier Investment Bank)

Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Linux System Administrator to join one of our Investment Banking clients. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing and maintaining our Linux-based infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability in a fast-paced financial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• System Administration: Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers, ensuring high availability and performance for trading and banking applications.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Proactively monitor system performance and health; troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly to minimize downtime.
• Security Management: Implement robust security measures, including access controls, encryption, and regular security audits to protect sensitive financial data.
• Backup and Disaster Recovery: Develop, implement, and test backup and disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical systems and data.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, operational procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Automation and Scripting: Utilize scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) to automate routine tasks and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaboration: Work closely with application developers, network engineers, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and functionality of banking systems.
• Compliance: Ensure all systems comply with industry regulations and internal policies related to data security and financial transactions.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration, preferably in a financial services or investment banking environment.
• Expertise in Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and services (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP).
• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure) and virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM).
• - Experience with automation and configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• - Relevant certifications (e.g., RHCE, LPIC, CompTIA Linux+).
• - Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., Oracle, MySQL).
• - Experience with high-frequency trading systems or financial applications.

To apply, please submit your resume to alice.wong@io-techsolutions.com.