Temp to perm : Application Server Administrator

Collabera; Kentucky; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Application Server Administrator to join the Keystone team at the U.S. Army Human Resources Command. This role focuses on enhancing and upgrading legacy applications in an enterprise environment, requiring strong technical skills in Solaris and Linux administration, along with relevant certifications. Candidates must have experience in network operations, be capable of working independently or as part of a team, and possess a CompTIA Security+ certification.

Qualifications

• Five years of technical experience administering Solaris/Linux.
• Possess a SECRET clearance or able to obtain one.
• Must be CompTIA Security+ certified.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive Solaris and Linux administration.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and document all aspects of Solaris and Linux architecture.
• Perform optimization and provide technical support for incident response.

Skills

Solaris administration

Linux administration

Shell scripting

Network operations

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

WebLogic

Java

Perl

Subversion

Job description

Temp to perm :: Application Server Administrator

We are based out of Morristown, NJ, and we have been providing contingent labor to our clients for the last 25 years. In 2015, we placed more than 6,000 contractors across 100+ clients we service. The end client for this project is a large legal organization with operations in more than 100 countries and over 50,000 employees worldwide. This company has been named as one of Fortune's 'World’s Most Admired Companies to work for' for eight consecutive years.

Location: Fort Knox, KY

Job Title: Application Server Administrator

Duration: 6 Months (temp to perm)

Application Server Administrator

• Client is seeking a Server Administrator to join our Keystone team at the U.S. Army Human Resources Command.
• The administrator will be part of a team that is enhancing and upgrading legacy applications into new Java-based web applications in an enterprise environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive Solaris and Linux administration in an enterprise environment.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and document all aspects of Solaris and Linux architecture.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, maintain, upgrade, and document supporting program applications, including WebLogic and other web applications/services, as well as development programs such as Java, Perl, and Subversion.
• Perform optimization and performance testing; provide technical support for incident response and reporting.
• Provide on-call support as needed; after-hours and weekend support required.
• Implement and maintain a secure Solaris and Linux server environment in compliance with all IA and DoD STIG guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Four years of additional general experience may substitute for a Bachelor's Degree.
• Five years of technical experience administering Solaris/Linux in an enterprise environment.
• Experience in network operations and design, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Extensive shell scripting experience.
• Ability to work in an environment practicing strict change management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; team player.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems; work independently or as part of a team; client-facing experience; self-disciplined; able to multi-task.
• Ability to train team members on applications, procedures, and problem isolation.
• Ability to develop instructions in a logical, detailed manner.
• Possess a SECRET clearance or be able to obtain one; at least an interim SECRET clearance to start.
• Must be CompTIA Security+ certified.
• Must obtain a relevant certification (e.g., Red Hat or Solaris) within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must be enrolled in the CompTIA Continuing Education program.
• Must sign a privileged access agreement and non-disclosure agreement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with virtual hosts, Solaris zones, and supporting web application services.
• Experience with WebLogic and/or JBoss.
• Knowledge of ISO/ITIL processes and documentation standards.