Jr. Linux Systems Admin
About The Position
The Jr. Linux Systems Administrator within the College of Engineering (CoE), under the guidance of senior staff, performs routine operational activities, including installing, configuring, operating, maintaining, and supporting systems owned and operated in a multi-OS environment. The role uses and contributes to systems management tools such as RHEL Satellite, Uyuni, and Ansible, and assists with projects that support and improve infrastructure and services. The Jr. Linux Systems Administrator performs basic troubleshooting and escalates complex issues, assists in managing the security of the computing infrastructure, provides technical support, and assists with the development and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance instruction and research. This position ensures adherence to University and College policies and meets all compliance and reporting requirements across the University, College, departments, and centers, as needed. Work is guided by the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) best practice framework to maintain the availability, security, and performance of infrastructure systems.
Requirements
- Experience administering and supporting computers in a professional IT environment.
- Troubleshooting IT software and services.
- Providing end-user IT support.
- Experience working with Microsoft Active Directory, Windows, and related technologies.
- Experience writing scripts and performing automation tasks.
- Experience investigating system security incidents.
- Administering at least one Linux distribution such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, or Debian.
- Experience with shell scripting and/or configuration management software such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or Salt.
- Experience using tools like RHEL Satellite, Uyuni, or Foreman/Katello.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to climb stairs.
- Demonstrate good dexterity.
- U.S. citizens or nationals; permanent residents; asylees or refugees; or individuals otherwise described as “protected individuals” pursuant to Title 8 U.S. Code Section 1324b(a)(3)(b).
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware and/or Microsoft Hyper-V.
- Experience with ITIL v3 Foundations.
- Working in or contributing to a diverse environment.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine operational activities, including installing, configuring, operating, maintaining, and supporting systems.
- Uses and contributes to systems management tools such as RHEL Satellite, Uyuni, and Ansible.
- Assists with projects that support and improve infrastructure and services.
- Performs basic troubleshooting and escalates complex issues.
- Assists in managing the security of the computing infrastructure.
- Provides technical support.
- Assists with the development and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance instruction and research.
- Ensures adherence to University and College policies and meets all compliance and reporting requirements.
Benefits
- The target hiring range for this job profile is $24.76 to $32.33/hr.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
