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Ingles Markets’ headquarters and distribution center are located just 15 minutes outside of Asheville, NC in the town of Black Mountain.\nThe Team\nWe are a lean team that services 27,000 employees across 6 states. We work hard as a collective to ensure everything is accomplished, even if it is not in our job description. While we do take things seriously, we like to have fun while we are doing it, so we can create the most impact and difference in our community.\nThe Position\nIngles Markets is seeking an experienced Linux AdministratorIIto join its IT department. The Linux Administrator II is responsible for more advanced aspects of the company’sLinux systems, including the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of new solutions. This role builds upon foundational system administration skills and delves deeper into the intricacies of Linux server performance, high availability, and security. Will work with a team of 5-10 Linux admins of varying skill levels to accomplish tasks and meet business needs. This is a hybrid-work position. Candidate must live or be willing to relocate within commuting distance of Black Mountain, NC.\nKey Responsibilities:\nAdvanced Configuration:\n\nDesign and implement complex server configurations, ensuring high availability and performance.\n\nCollaborate on architectural decisions and system design.\n\nMaintenance and Performance Optimization:\n\nRegularly review and fine-tune server configurations to ensure optimal performance.\n\nProactively monitor server health and performance, employing advanced monitoring solutions.\n\nAdvanced Security:\n\nHarden servers against potential threats and vulnerabilities.\n\nLead or participate in security audits and implement recommendations.\n\nDevelop and refine security protocols and procedures.\n\nBackup, Recovery, and High Availability:\n\nDesign and implement advanced backup and disaster recovery solutions.\n\nEnsure high availability through clustering, load balancing, and failover solutions.\n\nMentorship and Training:\n\nTrain junior administrators and provide guidance on best practices.\n\nDocument advanced procedures and tutorials for internal use.\n\nAutomation and Scripting:\n\nDesign and implement scripts for automation of routine tasks, using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.\n\nDrive automation initiatives, promoting efficiency and scalability.\n\nAdvanced Support:\n\nProvide support for complex Linux related issues.\n\nCollaborate with other teams for integration and support tasks.\n\nWill be part of on-call rotation for limited escalations from help desk. (approx. 1wk/month)\n\nThe Ideal Candidate:\n3-5 years of experience working with Linux systems, including advanced administration tasks.\n\nProficiency with major Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).\n\nDeep understanding of Linux server setup, configuration, and maintenance.\n\nStrong scripting skills in languages such as Bash and Python.\n\nExperience with automation and configuration management tools, particularly Ansible.\n\nStrong understanding of network protocols, services, and security best practices.\n\nCertification like RHCSA/RHCE or equivalent certification is a plus.\n\nExcellent communication skills, both written and oral.\n\nProven analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.\n\nSelf-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision.\n\nTeam player, with a willingness to share knowledge and collaborate.\n\nDisclaimer: The job responsibilities and requirements listed above are intended to provide a general guideline for job expectations. 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