Linux Systems Administrator – Research IT & Security

Interview Exchange; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Research Foundation for SUNY in Albany, NY seeks a System Administrator (Linux) to install, support, and maintain complex IT systems, manage capacity, and participate in disaster recovery planning. The role requires strong problem solving, team work, and independent work abilities.

Responsibilities include Linux server administration, end-user support, documentation, and collaboration with partners on new deployments. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in information technology, Computer Science or related field with 5+ years of IT systems experience recommended.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with server and network typologies and integrating new technologies with existing systems.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in installing and supporting Linux systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of security measures including firewalls, IDS/IPS, anti-virus/EDR, encryption tools.

Responsibilities

• Linux installation, administration, maintenance, tuning, and support.
• Troubleshooting and support of complex systems/applications.
• Create and maintain technical and procedural documentation.
• Time and project management.
• Installation, patching, and administration of Linux servers; user/account management.

Skills

Linux

System administration

Networking

Education

Associate degree in IT or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred in CS or related field

Tools

SELinux

Linux firewalls

EDR security

Job description

The Research Foundation for SUNY in Albany, NY seeks a System Administrator (Linux) to install, support, and maintain complex IT systems, manage capacity, and participate in disaster recovery planning. The role requires strong problem solving, team work, and independent work abilities.

Responsibilities include Linux server administration, end-user support, documentation, and collaboration with partners on new deployments. A background check is required.