Linux Systems Administrator II — Hybrid Role

Wake County Public School System; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System in Cary, NC, is looking for a Systems Administrator II (UNIX) to manage the Linux/AIX server environment, ensuring stability, security, and reliability to support district operations.

The role requires strong scripting, automation, cloud and networking skills, plus mentoring of junior staff and effective collaboration with stakeholders. Hybrid telework is available.

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux distributions: Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
• Monitor and optimize system performance.
• Apply security updates and audits.
• Manage backup solutions and disaster recovery planning.
• Provide advanced technical support for Linux systems.
• Create shell scripts and use automation tools.
• Participate in IT projects with other teams.
• Develop and maintain system documentation.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues.

Skills

Linux administration

Shell scripting

Automation tools

Networking fundamentals

Web server admin

Database management

Linux security

Backup and DR

Cloud services

Containers

IT operations

Documentation

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Five years Linux admin experience

Tools

Ansible

Puppet

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure basics

Apache/Nginx

MySQL/PostgreSQL

iptables/firewalld

Backup tools

Job description

Wake County Public School System in Cary, NC, is looking for a Systems Administrator II (UNIX) to manage the Linux/AIX server environment, ensuring stability, security, and reliability to support district operations.

The role requires strong scripting, automation, cloud and networking skills, plus mentoring of junior staff and effective collaboration with stakeholders. Hybrid telework is available.