System Administrator | Mid-Senior | NordVPN at Nord Security

The world’s most advanced VPN, and a whole lot more.   If you’re a curious problem-solver who carves their own path, join the team behind Threat Protection Pro, the NordLynx protocol, and the fastest VPN on the planet—tools that put privacy, security, and control back in people’s hands. Your impact? Helping millions take back control of their online security, privacy, and data. Are you motivated by the challenge of maintaining large-scale systems, improving automation, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations? We’re looking for a System Administrator to help us support and improve our global server environment. With a network of ~8,000 on-premises servers worldwide, you'll contribute to the stability, performance, and security of our infrastructure, playing a key role in keeping systems running efficiently and reliably. Main Responsibilities • Maintain and support hundreds of Linux-based servers operating globally; • Develop and maintain end to end automation regarding the service configuration; • Utilize monitoring tools to track system performance and health; • Troubleshoot and resolve system issues as they arise; • Take part in developing smart routing, load balancing, and security configurations; • Contribute to designing and improving system monitoring and reporting tools; • Work with the team members to maintain system reliability and implement improvements; • Participate in team discussions — new ideas and personal initiatives are always encouraged. Core Requirements • Familiarity with Linux systems; • Experience with basic automation tools like Ansible; • Ability to write simple scripts in Python or Bash for task automation; • Experience with monitoring tools to oversee system performance (e.g., Promethues, Grafana); • Basic understanding of networking protocols and concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, etc.); • Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve system issues; • Experience with firewall management; • Familiarity with NGINX, HAProxy or similar web servers; • Experience with Docker is a plus. Tools You'll Use • Debian Linux; • SaltStack, Ansible, Rundeck; • HAProxy, NGINX; • Victoria Metrics, Prometheus, Grafana; • Docker containers, Systemd Services, Virtual Machines, Physical Servers; • Python, Lua, BASH; • Firewalls. Salary Range • Gross Salary 3000 - 6300 EUR/Month. What We Offer Innovate with industry leaders Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world. Learn & grow Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company.  Work in a next-gen Cyber City office Thrive in our bustling office, featuring ergonomic workspaces, modern meeting rooms, engaging events, and specialty coffee to fuel your day. Hybrid work Enjoy the flexibility with 3 office days and working from home for the remaining 2. Work from anywhere Recharge with a change of scenery – choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive.   Physical well-being Boost your health with free-of-charge 24/7 gym access, onsite and online workouts, and consultations led by in-house Physical Well-Being experts.  Mental & emotional health Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic. Premium healthcare Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs. Extra days off Enjoy additional vacation days off as you grow with us. Plus, get extra days for sick leave, special occasions, or parenting needs.   Joyful moments – special treats Celebrate life’s big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member.   Company events & team-building Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success. Workation Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together. 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