UNIX Systems Administrator

MethodHub

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading technology firm is looking for an experienced UNIX Operations candidate to provide Linux support for a substantial server environment. This long-term contract role requires expertise in system administration, performance tuning, and automation, with a strong emphasis on effective communication and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate must possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and bring at least 10 years of relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in systems administration required.
Experience with managing 300+ Linux servers.
Ability to perform OS patching and system maintenance.

Responsibilities

Provide operational support of the LINUX estate.
Work on incident tickets and resolve issues promptly.
Document all work and maintain system performance.

Skills

LINUX (Red Hat)

Linux support

Performance tuning

Ansible Automation

VMware operational knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

TCP/IP networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science

Tools

Oracle database

Satellite 6

Cloud integration

Job description

Duration: Long-term contract; this position will be renewed for the next fiscal year.

Job Description

UNIX Operations team is searching for a candidate who is proficient within a LINUX (Red Hat). The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience within systems administration. This candidate will provide Linux support of around 300 servers. We are looking for an effective communicator and a problem-solving individual with good organizational skills and attention to detail. Responsibility will encompass operational support of the LINUX estate, system maintenance (OS patching).

Job Requirements Essential

Linux Server builds and custom configurations.

Performance tuning of Oracle database servers.

Server Security vulnerability management.

Ansible Automation Platform management and upgrades.

Satellite 6 management and upgrades.

VMware operational knowledge.

Good knowledge of automation.

Good troubleshooting skills.

Strong skills in TCP/IP networking, network topology and firewalled environments.

Nice To Have

Storage management basics.

Database administration basics.

Windows administration basics.

Cloud integration basics.

Understanding of applications like JBoss, WebSphere, Splunk and HP ALM.

Responsibilities

System tunings to application specific requirements. Systems standardization and automation.

Keeping the UNIX environment compliant with the technology roadmap, such as OS & hardware upgrades, 3rd party software upgrades.

Work on incident tickets and resolve in a timely manner.

Remediate Secunia OS vulnerabilities as required by regular security audits.

Perform quarterly patching of RedHat to ensure systems are compliant and pass strict PCI security requirements as dictated by regular audits from security team.

Interface with IT and business clients at all levels of the organization.

Rotating on-call Unix/Linux support in a 24X7 environment.

Documentation of work.

Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and related software.

Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and reliability of Linux-based infrastructure.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement Linux-based solutions that meet business needs.

Research and development of new technology as required by business initiatives and management vision.

Required Personal Skills

The ability to work completely independently or with a team.

Very detail-oriented in planning, implementing, documenting, and following up.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Team player attitude with experience working in a collaborative environment.