Hybrid Linux Systems Administrator (Long-Term Contract)

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. has an immediate need for a Linux System Admin for a long-term contract in Houston, TX with hybrid work. The role requires strong Linux administration, server/storage/networking expertise, and the ability to debug complex issues.

You will implement security hardening, monitor performance, and collaborate with team leads to keep projects moving. This contract offers benefits and long-term potential.

Qualifications

• 5–6 years of Linux system administration experience.
• Strong understanding of server, storage, and networking hardware.
• Experience debugging Linux, storage, and network issues.
• Expertise in security policies, hardening, and access control.
• Proficient in system monitoring and performance tuning.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain Linux servers for development and production.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across Linux, storage, and networking.
• Implement security policies and perform hardening.
• Monitor system performance and resolve bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with team leads to unblock projects.
• Plan hardware lifecycle and EOL/EOS mitigation.

Skills

Linux System Administration

Networking

Storage

Troubleshooting

Security & Hardening

Tools

Linux

Servers

Firewalls

Job description

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. has an immediate need for a Linux System Admin for a long-term contract in Houston, TX with hybrid work. The role requires strong Linux administration, server/storage/networking expertise, and the ability to debug complex issues.

You will implement security hardening, monitor performance, and collaborate with team leads to keep projects moving. This contract offers benefits and long-term potential.