Job Description
Job Title: Linux Systems Administrator
Location: San Jose, CA - Onsite
Duration: Full Time Position / CTH
Job Description
Education, Skills and Experience:
Excellent verbal and written communication & collaboration skills.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize workload
Effective time management and organizational skills as well as the ability to manage multiple and changing priorities with attention to detail.
At least 5 years’ experience managing and maintaining a production Linux (CentOS, RedHat) environment
Demonstrated expertise in managing Linux-based systems, and OS related services at scale.
A familiarity with Windows Server and administering Active Directory
Advanced knowledge of security trends and best practices, experience managing hardening high-value systems against attackers.
Demonstrated expertise in managing systems via an automated configuration management system such as Docker and Git repository.
Extended experience working effectively in a shared software development environment, including version control, bug tracking, release management, and code review.
Extended experience with Shell scripting, Perl, Python, and/or PHP.
Proven ability to lead and work on large/complex system deployment projects in a team environment, and ability to develop appropriate plans to meet computing needs.
Experience in SAN multipathing software.
Experience in VMWare virtualization
Role and Responsibilities:
Ensures that records of system downtime and equipment inventory are properly maintained. Applies revisions to host system firmware and software. Works with vendors to assist support activities.
Maintain Linux server operating systems.
Maintain and monitor server and network environment with Nagios.
Serves as a resource for the Network Systems Administrator in managing physical VMware Infrastructure.
Maintain Nagios Environment by adding and removing hosts, increasing functionality to support a fast growth environment.
Develop automation scripts for consistency and supportability across multiple environments.
Plan and execute timely Linux system upgrades and supported software patches.
Plan, install and configure Linux systems
Provide support for new applications and upgrades to existing systems
Design solutions to technical problems and implementation of new systems or infrastructure changes
Monitor critical systems and take corrective actions prior to failures
Prepare for disaster recovery and ensure that appropriate backups are completed and tested
Troubleshoot software and hardware failures and identify network problems
Establish and maintain security and integrity controls