Junior Linux System Administrator

Planned Systems International, Inc.

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About The Position

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an Enterprise IT services company seeking a Junior Linux System Administrator. The scope of this project is to provide NYS ITS with consulting / technical services in support of NYS ITS infrastructure and software environment including Unisys proprietary and industry available technology.

Requirements

• At least 2 years professional experience working as a Linux system administrator (preferably in SUSE Linux environment).
• Experience writing scripts, shell, PHP etc.
• Knowledge of Linux backup solutions a plus.
• Willingness to learn new technologies.
• Must be willing to work with others, share ideas and be a team player.
• Have excellent writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides backups of all NYS Linux systems serving NYC HRA WMS users.
• Maintains integrity of critical backup files stored on disk.
• Writes and maintains required shell scripts to administer the NYS Unisys Forward/ES3000 SUSE Linux systems.
• Monitors local Linux system performance, manages system swap space and establishes CRON jobs as needed.
• Provides load balancing functions on the local NYS Unisys Forward/ES3000 SUSE Linux servers and coordinates, when necessary, the moving of users from server to server.
• Installs new SUSE Linux software levels, and patches onto the local NYS Forward/ES3000 Linux server environment.
• Examines and fixes any problems related to the Unisys Forward/ES3000 Linux servers, routinely checks and fixes problems in the base and host files when necessary.
• Migrates and activates, when necessary, the local WMS software application updates to the 500+ logical partitions running on the Unisys Forward environment.
• Monitors and troubleshoots issues relating to Asynchronous Terminal Servers, Printers and terminals.
• Checks usage and determines user needs of this hardware.

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave.
• Options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance.
• Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses.
• Company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution match that is immediately vested.
• Investment in the professional growth of employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees