Senior Linux & Web Server Administrator

360 IT Professionals; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking an experienced IT professional for a 6-month contract in Norfolk, VA. The role requires expertise in Windows and AIX/Linux server administration, along with experience in web server management using Apache and Tomcat. Candidates should possess automation skills in either Windows or UNIX environments. Responsibilities include maintaining high availability of platforms, installation and configuration, and optimizing web solutions. Local candidates preferred for immediate interview and placement.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience in Windows server or AIX/Linux administration.
• Scripting and automation experience in Windows or UNIX.
• Experience with Apache web server and web application hosting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high availability of web application platforms.
• Install, configure, and maintain all platform components and services.
• Implement new web server solutions and optimize existing ones.
• Troubleshoot complex application configurations and network issues.
• Assist in planning/testing/implementing Disaster Recovery procedures.

Skills

Windows server administration

AIX/Linux administration

Apache web server

Tomcat servlet container

Scripting (VBScript/PowerShell or Shell scripting/Python)

Web server software (Apache and IIS)

Job description

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking an experienced IT professional for a 6-month contract in Norfolk, VA. The role requires expertise in Windows and AIX/Linux server administration, along with experience in web server management using Apache and Tomcat. Candidates should possess automation skills in either Windows or UNIX environments. Responsibilities include maintaining high availability of platforms, installation and configuration, and optimizing web solutions. Local candidates preferred for immediate interview and placement.