Linux Administrator

The Linux Administrator will be responsible for the setup and administration of enterprise level, Linux based systems including storage and backups. This position requires the candidate to have the experience and knowledge to perform a wide variety of operational and engineering tasks in the areas of the Linux operating systems along with SAN and NAS storage arena. This position not only requires the execution of a wide array of duties but includes the responsibility in providing technical leadership within the scope of handling project implementations, infrastructure maintenance/support and maintaining ones expertise in their assigned roles and responsibilities.

The Details

• Participate in the planning, installation, configuring, monitoring, and deployment of server software and hardware for Linux operations systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical and minor issues detected via monitoring or during system analysis
• Maintain server and application documentation
• Develop and maintain automation scripts tied to server builds and configuration management
• Administrate and troubleshoot Linux networking services, applications, and protocols such as DNS, SFTP, SSH, SMTP, NFS, SENDMAIL, and LDAP.
• Perform system wide updates and patching, server installations, and prescribed maintenance during approved maintenance windows
• Administrate and maintain Commvault backup infrastructure
• Develop capacity assessment practices to forecast future software and system needs
• Conduct security risk assessments that include, but not limited to, monitoring, investigation and reporting of security and access violations
• Respond within defined SLA requirements in relation to system issues
• Able to work on an on-call rotation responding to alerts within the defined SLA.
• Work closely with neighboring departments with the intent on ensuring proper implementations of projects and maintaining a collaboration effort Complete projects and tasks as assigned

Scope measures

The Linux Administrator will be an individual contributor working on individual and team tasks

Education/credentials

Bachelors Degree with an emphasis in information technology preferred or a combination of equivalent education and work experience. Certifications in RHCT, RHCE and LPIC is a plus.

Job-related experience

The ideal candidate for this opportunity will possess the following skills and experiences:

• 5+ years experience as a Linux Administrator
• Clustering and volume management knowledge.
• Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing
• Strong experience in configuring, troubleshooting, and implementing Unix, Linux, NAS, and SAN infrastructures
• An understanding of Backup methodologies/technologies
• A strong understanding of Release and Change Management with the various processes associated
• Must interact well with peers and management.
• Provide consultation and expert advice on systems and related topics
• Handle all additional tasks as assigned
• Strong communications skills to across the IT organization, business units, and customers.
• Strong competencies in strategic planning and visioning to identify new and emerging technologies that can be used to drive the successful development and implementation of applications in new computing architecture environments. Has depth and skills in being creative and developing efficient and effective solutions to diverse and complex business problems.

Job-related skills/competencies

The Linux Administrator will possess the following critical skills and competencies:

• Linux certifications (RHCT,RHCE and LPIC) will be considered an advantage
• AWS, Azure or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure experience a plus
• Experience in NAS, SAN, and DAS Technologies
• Experience with installing, configuring, tuning, and troubleshooting Unix/Linux systems.
• Good understanding of network and TCP/IP concepts (VLAN tagging, etc.) as it associates with Unix/Linux systems.
• Understanding of security technologies and practices that include intrusion detection, system monitoring, and etc.
• Ability to diagnose server and applications problems and develop effective solutions for resolutions.
• Strong experience in automating tasks using scripting technologies.
• High availability architecture and design experience within an enterprise environment
• Capacity Planning and Project Management.