Linux Technology Architect (Technology Architect)

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical coverage

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Linux Technology Architect in Austin, Texas. The role involves the design, implementation, and maintenance of IT infrastructure crucial for research projects. Candidates must have significant experience with Linux operating systems, automation tools, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $118,000, along with various employee benefits including medical coverage, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5 years of related experience with a HS/GED.
• 3 years of experience with Linux servers and automation tools.
• Must obtain DoD 8570.1/8140 IAT Level II Certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing routine technical maintenance of systems/applications.
• Direct end-user support and validation.
• Capacity planning and upgrades.

Skills

Linux-based server operating systems

Systems automation (Puppet, Salt, Ansible, Chef, CFEngine)

Problem solving skills

Communication skills

Education

HS/GED

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering

Tools

NGINX

Apache

Python

Bash

Perl

PowerShell

Job description

Linux Technology Architect (Technology Architect)

Responsible for design, implementation and maintenance of central IT infrastructure and applications, including bulk retrieval (mirroring) and reverse proxying of external software, packages and other components required for our research staff to perform their deliverable project work.

Responsibilities

• Ongoing routine technical maintenance (systems/applications).
• Direct end-user support.
• Supply chain validation, capacity planning, upgrades, forecasting.
• Other related functions as assigned.
• Weekly activity report.

Required Qualifications

• HS/GED and five years of related experience.
• At least three years demonstrated experience with: Linux-based server operating systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu or Debian), systems automation experience (Puppet, Salt, Ansible, Chef, CFEngine, or general scripting support in any language).
• Candidate will need to obtain a DoD 8570.1/8140 IAT Level II Certification, such as CompTIA CySA+ or Security+, within 6 months of hire date.
• Familiarity with common techniques for mirroring or proxying access to externally-hosted software.
• Familiarity with NGINX or Apache.
• Familiarity with reverse proxying / load balancing technology.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Applicant must have a dynamic skill set, willing to work with new technologies, be highly organized and capable of planning and coordinating multiple tasks and managing their time. The position will require attention to detail, effective problem solving skills and excellent judgment. Ability to work independently with sensitive and confidential information, maintain a professional demeanor, work as a team member without daily supervision and effectively communicate with all groups of clients. Able to work under pressure and accept supervision. Regular and punctual attendance.

US Citizen. Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information at the level appropriate to the project requirements of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Electrical/Computer Engineering. Five years direct experience administering enterprise Linux AND Windows Server infrastructure.
• Python, shell (Bash), Perl, PowerShell scripting experience.
• Eligibility for immediate access to classified information.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage.
• Retirement contributions.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid holidays.

Salary Range

$80,000-$118,000+/negotiable depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• Standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation; use of manual dexterity; some weekend, evening and holiday work.
• Possible interstate/intrastate travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.