Unix Systems Administrator

NexGen Technologies, Inc.; Lakewood (CO); Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a skilled Unix Systems Administrator to support federal projects. The role involves system administration across various environments, ensuring stability and compliance. Candidates should have extensive experience in system design and administration, with a focus on DevOps practices. Strong communication and time management skills are essential, along with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Competitive compensation is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in system administration.
• 3+ years in a DevOps pipeline within a SLES environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project releases across platforms.
• Manage backups, deploy applications, and monitor production.
• Provide technical guidance for incident management.

Skills

Scripting

Communication

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

VMWare

Citrix XenApp

Citrix XenDesktop

Azure

AWS

Splunk

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NexGen is currently seeking a UNIX Systems Administrator to join our team working on a federal government project. This individual will have knowledge in providing system administration support across all supported systems and environments including servers, databases, network devices, and storage components. The supported environments include production, disaster recovery, test, and development. This individual will be required to work closely with members of the NexGen and client teams, including but not limited to, domain experts and developers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and execute project releases across various platforms by coordinating with technology and project teams to ensure the stability of resultant releases.
2. Manage and request backups, deploy applications, monitor production, and perform quality checks to identify defects or inconsistencies with deliverables.
3. Work closely with technology and project teams to adjust release plans and monitor application stability.
4. Perform performance monitoring using various tools and scripted processes.
5. Participate in meetings, workshops, and technical assessments.
6. Provide technical guidance and support for incident management and problem solving to ensure customer satisfaction.
7. Collaborate to identify, address, and mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Technical Skills

• 5+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and administering systems and applications, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 3+ years' experience managing and administering applications in a DevOps pipeline within a SLES environment, including configuration, installation, upgrades, and patching.
• Experience with scripting and automating routine processes.
• Understanding of VMWare, NAS, and SAN Storage Solutions.

Desired Skills

• Windows Server System Admin experience with 2012 and 2016.
• Experience with Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop.
• Familiarity with Citrix Web Interface (StoreFront).
• Experience publishing Citrix applications (Seamless/Non Seamless).
• Knowledge of Citrix performance, scalability, and tuning.
• Experience with Azure, AWS, or Splunk.

Additional Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills handling multiple priorities.
• Minimum internet speed of 50x25 Mbps.
• A dedicated, interruption-free workspace for handling sensitive federal information.
• Ability to pass background screening.
• US Citizenship, or legal permanent residence, or US work authorization with at least 3 years of continuous US presence.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline.

NexGen Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Compensation: $65,000-80,000 per year (Dependent on Experience)