Senior Linux Administrator (100% Remote/Contract- RedHat, Ansible, F5)

Optomi; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 61,992 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is seeking a Linux Administrator in Atlanta for a remote contract opportunity. You'll manage and troubleshoot Linux servers, automate tasks using scripting languages, and ensure effective system performance. Ideal candidates should have experience with VMWare and be comfortable communicating across teams.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and troubleshooting Linux servers and OS.
• Scripting experience utilizing languages like Python or Bash.
• Experience with VMWare configuration.

Responsibilities

• Configure, troubleshoot and manage Linux servers and OS.
• Monitor application and system performance.
• Automate various functions using scripting languages.

Skills

Linux server management

Scripting (Python, Bash)

VMWare configuration

Communication skills

Tools

Data Domain

Avamar

Job description

Overview

Senior Team Lead- Cloud and Infrastructure Recruiting at Optomi: Optomi, in partnership with a client, is looking for a Linux Administrator to join their team. This person will help to manage, monitor and troubleshoot Linux servers, operating systems, and applications. This is a remote opportunity on a contract basis.

Base pay range

$45.00/hr - $60.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Configure, troubleshoot and manage Linux servers and OS (primarily RedHat)
• Monitor application and system performance utilizing various monitoring tools
• Automate various functions using scripting languages such as Python and Bash
• Utilize F5 for physical load balancing
• Perform virtual machine administration (VMWare)
• Utilize various backup and storage administration tools
• Help to establish and adhere to system documentation and security best practices
• Communicate across the business with various IT departments and stakeholders

Apply today if your background includes:

• Experience managing and troubleshooting Linux based servers and operating systems (Windows experience preferred as well)
• Scripting experience utilizing a language such as Python, Perl, Bash, etc.
• Experience configuring and setting up VMWare or other virtualization platforms
• Experience creating documentation and SOPs for service desk, systems, and infrastructure teams
• Backup and storage administration experience using tools such as Data Domain, Avamar, etc
• Comfortable communicating and providing resolutions for various teams and customers

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting