Linux Administrator

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Position Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Linux Administrator for a short-term contract (approximately 3 months, with potential for extension) to assist in a critical migration project. The role involves migrating virtual machine storage from one storage device to another within an OpenStack environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with LVM, multipathing, and storage arrays configuration, as well as managing Linux systems in virtualized environments.

MD rate: 300 – 380 EUR

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Participate in the migration of virtual machine storage between storage devices within an OpenStack environment.
• Configure and manage Logical Volume Manager (LVM) for efficient disk and volume management.
• Set up and troubleshoot multipathing for redundant storage access.
• Strong knowledge of shell scripting (e.g., Bash, Perl, Python) for automation.
• Monitor and resolve issues related to system performance and storage during the migration process.
• Collaborate with the team to document migration plans, configurations, and procedures.
• Ensure the stability and security of Linux systems throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 3+ years of experience as a Linux Administrator with a focus on storage management.
• Strong expertise in LVM, multipathing, and storage arrays configuration in Linux environments.
• Familiarity with Linux distributions such as Red Hat, CentOS, or Ubuntu.
• Knowledge of basic networking concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, SSH).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a short-term, results-driven project.

Nice to Have:

• Hands-on experience with OpenStack architecture and managing virtualized environments.
• Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as KVM.
• Knowledge of filesystem optimization (e.g., ext4, XFS).
• Experience with backup and recovery processes in storage migrations.
• Certifications such as RHCE or LPIC-2.

Additional Information:

This is a contract position focused on a specific migration project in an OpenStack environment. If you have the required expertise and are looking for an exciting challenge with potential for extension, we encourage you to apply.