Linux Systems Administrator

Persistent Systems; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) plan with company match

Fitness membership reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Mental health benefits

Pet discounts

Job summary

Persistent Systems, LLC seeks a Linux Systems Administrator for its NYC headquarters. You will ensure Linux servers run optimally, solve complex problems, and collaborate across IT teams on system design and maintenance.

The role requires a bachelor’s in CS or related field, 6+ years’ Linux admin experience, and familiarity with networking and automation tools. Preferred: Master’s, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, and security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
• Proficiency with Bash, Python, or UNIX scripting with automation focus.
• Minimum of 6 years of systems administration experience in IT.
• Experience in a Linux environment as a system administrator.
• Familiarity with basic networking and configuration management tools.
• Must have a US Security Clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Design, install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and workstations.
• Provide technical support for network issues and IT problems.
• Collaborate to resolve IT issues and design integrated systems.
• Test hardware and software performance; monitor systems and ensure availability.
• Back up data and manage file systems and storage as per best practices.
• Create and manage user accounts; handle asset management for staff.
• Provide help desk support and resolve end-user issues.

Skills

Bash

Python

UNIX scripting

Systems administration

Linux

Networking basics

Configuration management

US Security Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Description & Responsibilities

Persistent Systems is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team at our headquarters in NYC. The Linux Systems Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring our Linux servers and systems are configured and running optimally. This individual will solve complex database problems and play a critical role in the overall success of the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals that enjoy working in a collaborative environment and enjoy making a difference.

Position Responsibilities

• Design and manage the installation, configuration and maintenance of Linux servers and workstations
• Provide technical support for computer network issues
• Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues
• Design integrated computer systems
• Test computer hardware performance
• Test software performance
• Document operational activities
• Install computer hardware
• Install new/rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, and storage in accordance with best practices.
• Perform system monitoring, integrity verification, and availability of hardware, server resources, and key processes
• Perform regular security monitoring to identify any intrusions
• Create, execute, and maintain data backup plan
• Ensure all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media
• Create, change, or delete user accounts as required
• Responsible for hardware/software asset management and deployment for new and existing employees
• Provide help desk support and resolve issues for end-users

Job Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
• Proficiency with Bash, Python, or a UNIX oriented scripting language (particularly with a focus on automation)
• Minimum of 6 years of systems administration experience in a small to medium sized business’s IT team
• Experience working in a Linux environment as a system administrator
• Familiarity with basic networking (IP addresses, routing, firewalls)
• Familiarity with configuration management tools
• Must have a US Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science or related field
• 10 years of systems administration experience
• Experience in Ansible
• CompTIA Linux+ Certification
• Experience working in an Enterprise Linux environment with any distribution
• Experience with LUKS encryption and LVM management at scale
• SELinux or AppArmor Endpoint Management
• Containerization experience with Docker or equivalent a huge plus
• Server Endpoint Automation and Deployment with Kubernetes or equivalent
• CompTIA Server+ Certification
• Red Hat Certified Engineer Certification

The total compensation for this role can vary from $125,000 to $156,000 a year based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus.

Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• paid time off (sick time and vacation time)
• flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with company match
• fitness membership reimbursement
• tuition assistance
• mental health benefits
• pet discounts

Company Overview

Headquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems, LLC is a global communications technology company which develops, manufactures, and integrates a patented and secure Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay. The company’s industry leading R&D team has designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting-edge Wave Relay system and technology. Wave Relay is capable of running data, video, voice and other applications under the most difficult and unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is field proven and utilized in Commercial, Military, Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.