Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
As a Linux Systems Administrator at Kyndryl, you’ll be responsible for managing, supporting, and maintaining Linux-based server environments to ensure system availability, stability, and security. In this role, you will provide operational support for critical production systems, respond to incidents under defined SLAs, and collaborate with cross-functional infrastructure teams to deliver reliable IT services.
You will work hands-on with enterprise Linux platforms, performing system administration, troubleshooting, patching, and performance monitoring. Your contribution will directly support business-critical workloads and Kyndryl’s commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Administer and support Linux operating systems across enterprise environments, including Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, and SUSE.
Install, configure, harden, and maintain servers to ensure availability, performance, and compliance with security standards.
Monitor systems, analyze logs, and troubleshoot incidents and performance issues in production environments within defined SLAs.
Execute operating system patching, updates, and proactive monitoring to support system stability and capacity management.
Document operational procedures and collaborate with other technology towers such as database, middleware, cloud, and storage teams.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to growing your career. Whether you want to broaden your technical expertise or specialize in Linux system administration, automation, or platform operations, you’ll find opportunities to develop new skills, work with global teams, and support complex enterprise environments that make a real impact.
Who You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. Just as important, you bring a growth mindset and a strong sense of ownership. You are customer-focused, capable of working in high-availability environments, and motivated to continuously improve system reliability, security, and operational efficiency.
Required Skills and Experience
2+ years of experience administering and supporting Linux operating systems in production environments.
Hands-on experience with server installation, configuration, hardening, and ongoing maintenance.
Experience responding to incidents, performing root cause analysis, and supporting SLAs.
Knowledge of user and permission management, security controls, and system access management.
Intermediate English proficiency for technical documentation and collaboration with global teams.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or higher certification.
Experience with system services and tools such as systemd, cron, SSH, NFS, Samba, and Apache.
Familiarity with SELinux, ACLs, and sudo configuration.
Basic scripting skills for automation (Bash).
Experience working in coordinated infrastructure environments with multiple technical teams.
Being You
The “Kyn” in Kyndryl means kinship, which represents the strong bonds we have with each other, our customers and our communities. We focus on ensuring all Kyndryls feel included and we welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We believe in growth, and we’re excited to see what you can bring. At Kyndryl, employee feedback has told us that our number one driver of employee engagement is belonging. That sense of belonging — being a valued, respected, trusted member of the team — is fundamental to our culture and fueling great experiences for our customers. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you the ability to thrive and contribute to our culture of empathy and shared success. That’s The Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
Your career with us isn’t just a job—it’s an adventure with purpose. We offer a dynamic, hybrid-friendly culture that supports your well-being and empowers you to grow. Our Be Well programs are thoughtfully designed to support your financial, mental, physical, and social health—because we know that when you feel your best, you do your best.
From your very first day, you’ll dive into impactful work that powers the systems our customers rely on every day. You won’t just contribute—you’ll make a difference, tackling meaningful projects that sharpen your skills and fuel your growth.
We’re here to champion your journey. With powerful tools to chart your career path, personalized development goals aligned with your ambitions, and continuous feedback to keep you inspired and on track, you’ll have everything you need to thrive and evolve. You’ll develop in-demand skills to grow your career and achieve your ambitions with access to cutting-edge learning opportunities—from certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon to coaching and hands-on experiences. And through it all, you’ll be part of a culture that values empathy, restless learning, and a devotion to shared success.
We want you to thrive here—and we’re committed to helping you do just that. Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape what’s next.
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Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience administering and supporting Linux operating systems
- Hands-on experience with server installation, configuration, hardening, and ongoing maintenance
- Experience responding to incidents and supporting SLAs
- Knowledge of user and permission management, security controls
- Intermediate English proficiency for technical documentation
Kyndryl Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kyndryl and has not been reviewed or approved by Kyndryl.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered good in some roles, with mentions of “good pay,” “great pay and benefits,” and an “acceptable salary range” paired with bonuses. Certain senior or consulting tracks are described as market-competitive.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation, paid time off, holidays, and a dedicated volunteer day are highlighted as positives. Parental leave exists companywide alongside sick leave and disability coverage.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Remote and hybrid flexibility is emphasized, including 100% remote roles and a formal flexible workplace policy. Well‑being resources such as the Be Well program and an EAP are available.
Kyndryl Insights
What We Do
We have the world’s best talent that design, run, and manage the most advanced and reliable technology infrastructure each day. Together, we think holistically about the health of these vital technology ecosystems. We are a focused, independent company that builds on our foundation of excellence by creating systems in new ways. Bringing in the right partners, investing in our business, and working side-by-side with our customers to unlock potential. We're raising the bar. Our experience speaks for itself: We have 90,000 highly skilled employees around the world serving 75 of the Fortune 100. But our purpose is what drives us: Advancing the vital systems that power human progress. Because when a digital ecosystem is healthy, it can more readily adapt and support continuous growth and that opens up a world of possibility for everyone.
