Linux Systems Administrator

CHESS•Albuquerque, NM

2d•$59,500 - $75,900

About The Position

The Linux System Administrator provides high-level system administration, analysis, design, evaluation, standardization, implementation, and maintenance of client/server-based Linux operating systems, services, servers, and associated Linux server hardware and software.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s degree OR Information Technology certifications
This position requires three (3) years of experience managing Linux systems such as RHEL, Debian/Ubuntu Servers, Photon OS or any other Unix-like system

Responsibilities

Installs, configures and maintains hardware or virtual machines with Linux Operating systems to provide a stable and secure computing environment.
Maintains and monitors the integrity of Linux operating systems and security access.
Researches, installs, and tests software updates and patches to supported applications and various operating systems.
Utilizes built in and add in system tools to troubleshoot system failures and network-related problems.
Determines and resolves problem and coordinates support with hardware/software vendor as needed.
Evaluates, designs, implements and maintains standardized server and workstation configurations.
Researches new technologies; presents recommendations on hardware/software purchases; and provides direction, technical advice and guidance.
Utilizes VMWare virtualization and SAN storage infrastructure to provision and maintain Linux servers.
Adheres to procedures and protocols related to the implementation and maintenance of business-critical applications.
Performs other duties as assigned.