Linux Architect-Need GC and USC

USM

Metairie (LA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading IT Systems Integrator is seeking a Linux Architect to provide technical leadership in Data Center Operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of IT experience, particularly with Linux and VMware technologies. Responsibilities include system analysis, technical strategy, and mentoring junior staff. A strong background in various operating systems is required. This is a 6-month contract position with a likely extension.

Qualifications

Minimum of ten years of IT experience in a production environment.
Proven in-depth knowledge of multiple operating systems: UNIX, Linux, Windows, Cisco.
Experience as a technical lead with enterprise-class infrastructure systems.

Responsibilities

Assist the Senior Manager, Data Center Operations for leadership.
Maintain knowledge of current systems and solutions.
Function as a high-level contributor in technical areas.

Skills

Linux Suse v11/ Red Hat v4 or 5

Heavy VMware Experience

Commercial Cloud experience

Education

Cisco, Linux, UNIX or Microsoft certifications

Job description

Linux Architect - Need GC and USC

USM Business Systems Inc. is a quickly developing worldwide System Integrator, Software and Product Development, IT Outsourcing and Technology assistance supplier headquartered in Chantilly, VA with off-shore delivery centers in India. We offer world-class ability in giving most astounding quality and administrations through industry best practices planned to convey remarkable worth to our customers.

Utilizing our industry knowledge, administration service offering expertise and innovation abilities, we distinguish new business and innovation slants and create answers for help customers around the globe, giving top of the line solid and practical IT benefits which are cost effective services.

Established in 1999, the organization has corner qualities in building and dealing with a Business Oriented IT environment with rich involvement in technology innovation, ERP and CRM counselling, Product Engineering, Business Intelligence, Data Management, SOA, BPM, Data Warehousing, SharePoint Consulting and IT Infrastructure. Our other offerings include modified solutions and administrations in ERP, CRM, Enterprise architecture, offshore advisory services ,e-commerce, Social , Mobile, Cloud, Analytics (SMAC) and DevOps.

USM, a US ensured Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) is perceived as one of the fastest developing IT Systems Integrator in the Washington, DC zone. Most as of late, USM was positioned #9 on the rundown of the Top administrations organizations in the DC Metro Area – Washington Business Journal (2011). We are a project-driven firm that reliably meets the IT needs of our State and Government customers through development and business keenness.

6 Month Contract Extension Likely

Need GC and USC

Top Three Skills:

Linux Suse v11/ Red Hat v4 or 5
Heavy VMware Experience
Commerical Cloud exp is a huge plus

Job Description:

Assists the Senior Manager, Data Center Operations (DCO) to provide technical leadership for Data Center Operations personnel.
Performs high-level system analysis and assists management in setting technical strategy for accomplishing new objectives.
Maintains knowledge of current systems and solutions, and provides analysis and recommendations for overcoming obstacles.
Functions as a high-level individual contributor in multiple technical areas including servers, storage, networking, and software.
Utilizes expertise in business management practices, industry requirements and information technology disciplines to develop technical and/or business solutions to enhance C Spire’s cloud solutions.
Minimum of ten years of Information Technology experience required in a production or equivalent environment.
Proven in-depth knowledge of multiple versions at least two of the following is required: UNIX, Linux, Windows, or Cisco operating systems.
Proven ability to scope, design, install, configure, manage, and troubleshoot physical and virtual environments.
Proven ability to install hardware and software, and write/debug scripts, i.e., Perl, PHP, Python, Power Shell, etc. In-depth knowledge of advanced security, networking, backup/recovery, and disaster recovery.
Possess sufficient knowledge and experience to assist management in setting infrastructure hardware and software systems strategy.
Multiple years of experience as a technical lead with enterprise-class infrastructure systems expected, including working with systems and/or storage virtualization technologies.
Technical lead experience should also include supervising and mentoring junior staff and functioning as an interface with other IT and business units. Cisco, Linux, UNIX or Microsoft certifications expected.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Background must demonstrate the ability to operate effectively within a complex, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.