Linux admin

SoftNice INC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing IT managed services provider in Jersey City is seeking a Linux Administrator to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years in Linux Administration and 2 years in Network Administration. Responsibilities include supporting system administration initiatives, managing Linux and Windows servers, and ensuring networking protocols are maintained. Strong problem-solving skills and experience with DevOps tools are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in Linux Administration.
• At least 2 years of experience in Network Administration.
• Strong knowledge of Linux operating system including scripting.
• Strong knowledge of networking and networking protocols.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and automate processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and support various systems administration initiatives.
• Configure and maintain Linux and Windows servers.
• Support custom applications and networking needs.

Skills

Linux operating system

Windows Server

Networking protocols

Virtual environments

DevOps automation tools (Chef/Puppet/Jenkins)

AWS automation technologies

Problem-solving

Job description

SoftNice...Your single source for end-to-end expertise and professional services in development of information solutions.Since its inception in 2001, the world’s leading IT organizations have tapped SoftNice’s expertise, resources and cost-effective processes to help them provide strategic information solutions.Unlike most IT solutions providers, SoftNice has evolved a best-practice approach to every aspect of information management and professional services. Combined with our firsthand knowledge of your industry’s business issues, our ability to deliver quality information management solutions and build highly skilled teams more rapidly and cost-effectively is exceptional.

Job Description

Linux Admin

We are a rapidly growing provider of IT Managed Services in New York City/Northern New Jersey and are looking for a Linux systems admin to join the dynamic team of professionals providing world‑class IT services to our clients in the NYC metro area. This is a great opportunity for a self‑starter with a proven track record to develop, implement, and support various initiatives in the area of systems administration and devops. Because of the very wide breadth of systems that will be configured, supported and maintained, the ideal candidate must have a wide knowledge base including Linux Servers, Windows Servers, Amazon Web Services, General Networking, and the ability to support custom applications.

Required Experience

• At least 3 years of experience in Linux Administration.
• At least 2 years of experience in Network Administration.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Linux operating system including scripting and general system administration.
• Working knowledge of Windows Server operating systems.
• Strong knowledge of networking and networking protocols.
• Strong knowledge of virtual environments.
• Working knowledge of DevOps automation tools such as Chef/Puppet/Jenkins.
• Ability to manage AWS automation technologies a plus.
• Ability to solve problems quickly and automate processes.
• Ability to quickly find solutions to unfamiliar problem.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.