Linux & WordPress Server Manager

I run several WordPress sites on a Linux server that uses DirectAdmin, routes email through Amazon SES, and sits behind Cloudflare for DNS and security. I’m looking for a single point of contact who can take full, ongoing management of the server.

You will receive root access, so I need someone who is confident and proven in a production environment.

Core responsibilities
• Security updates and maintenance: keep the OS, DirectAdmin, PHP, MySQL, and WordPress stacks patched and hardened.
• Backup management: configure, monitor, and regularly test both on-server and off-site backups so we always have reliable restore points.
• Server optimization: fine-tune Nginx/Apache, PHP-FPM, MySQL, and Cloudflare settings to ensure fast page loads and stable performance, even during traffic spikes.

Key services in play
WordPress (multiple installs), DirectAdmin control panel, Amazon SES for transactional email, and Cloudflare for DNS/CDN/WAF.

Success looks like
– Zero-day vulnerabilities are patched quickly.
– Nightly backups complete and restore successfully in regular tests.
– Core web vitals remain green thanks to consistent performance tuning.
– Clear, concise monthly reports summarizing actions taken and any issues discovered.

If you have a track record managing similar stacks and can communicate proactively, I’d love to hear how you’d approach this setup and keep it running smoothly.