Linux Systems Administrator

University of Utah Health•Salt Lake City, UT

17h

About The Position

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA We are seeking an experienced Linux Systems Administrator to join our high-performing IT team. This mid-level position requires extensive expertise in managing and supporting enterprise Linux environments, with a primary focus on Red Hat Linux and Ubuntu distributions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical capabilities in virtualization technologies, automation, and cloud infrastructure while providing critical support for tier 1 applications. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment where practical skills and hands-on experience are highly valued. Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other related discipline or equivalency.
Deep understanding of virtualization technologies, particularly VMware ESXi 8
Strong knowledge of automation principles and practices using Ansible and Terraform
Understanding of networking principles and network security concepts
Experience with ServiceNow for IT service management workflows
Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues efficiently with minimal downtime
Strong scripting abilities in Bash and experience with cron job scheduling
Skilled in implementing system CIS security measures and firewall configurations
Ability to manage complex Pure storage environments using LVM and snapshot technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently
Excellent technical communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong attention to detail in documentation and system configurations
Effective teamwork and collaboration capabilities across technical and non-technical teams
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously

Nice To Haves

Experience in Linux administration with focus on Red Hat Linux and Ubuntu
Experience with VMware ESXi virtualization environments
Familiar with HP enterprise hardware (HPE Scale Up 3200 and HPE blades preferred)
Candidates who can demonstrate their capabilities through a strong background of real-world projects and practical application of skills are encouraged to apply
Linux certifications (RHCSA, RHCE, Linux+, or equivalent) are a plus and viewed favorably

Responsibilities

Expert-level proficiency in administration in order to maintain, and optimize Linux servers running Red Hat Linux and Ubuntu distributions across VMware virtualized environments
Monitor and manage system performance, security, and uptime for mission-critical tier 1 applications
Utilize Red Hat Satellite for comprehensive system patching, lifecycle management, and licensing administration
Maintain and troubleshoot HP hardware infrastructure, specifically HPE Scale Up 3200 and HPE blade systems
Manage and maintain cloud resources and services in AWS environments
Execute disk management tasks and utilize LVM for managing disks and file systems
Configure and manage networking services including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NFS, and SFTP
Create and maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, and common tasks
Participate in on-call rotation to provide after-hours support as needed

Stand Out From the Crowd

Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.

Upload and Match Resume