Systems Administrator (Linux)

NY Creates • Albany, NY

5d • $80,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

NY Creates serves as a bridge for advanced electronics, leads projects advancing R&D in emerging technologies, and generates jobs. It operates advanced facilities, has more than 3,000 industry experts and faculty, and manages approximately $25 billion in public and private investments.

The Systems Administrator is responsible for installing, supporting, and maintaining complex IT systems and solutions, and identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues. The role includes monitoring and managing system performance, capacity planning, evaluating and testing new solutions, applications, and products, and participating in the development and routine testing of disaster recovery plans. The successful candidate will manage priorities, participate materially in technical decisions, and create and maintain operating procedures at the system, application, team, or project level.

Employment is with the Research Foundation for SUNY. The position is contingent on satisfactory completion of a background check. Some positions may require access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, or restricted programs; employment offers for positions requiring such access are contingent on obtaining any necessary U.S. Government authorization. Proof of status may be required before employment in connection with these authorizations.

Requirements

• Associate degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field from an appropriately accredited institution, or at least five years of experience working in an organization's IT systems environment is recommended.
• At least five years of experience with server and network topologies and the ability to quickly learn and use new technologies and integrate them with existing systems.
• At least five years of experience installing and supporting Linux systems.
• Effective problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of implementing and managing security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems, antivirus/EDR software, and encryption tools.
• Knowledge of information security maintenance best practices.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
• Clear and effective communication, with patience and understanding when assisting employees who have difficulty learning new technologies.
• Ability to work calmly and methodically under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask, adapt quickly to change, remain productive, and manage time efficiently.
• Satisfactory completion of a background check is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, technical school education, related experience or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five years of experience installing and supporting Red Hat Linux and derivatives.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing environment and its associated infrastructure.
• Disaster recovery and backup experience.

Responsibilities

• Install, administer, maintain, tune, and support Linux systems, including SELinux and Linux firewalls.
• Troubleshoot and support complex systems and applications.
• Create and maintain technical and procedural documentation.
• Manage time and projects.
• Install, patch, and administer Linux servers, including user and account management as appropriate.
• Support applications used within research cleanrooms.
• Work directly with end users, partners, and team members in connection with supported systems, applications, and ongoing projects.
• Participate in design discussions for new hardware, network, cloud, or application deployments.
• Deliver assigned tasks and projects successfully.
• Research and evaluate emerging IT technologies and trends.
• Focus on providing a stable and secure environment.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage
• Competitive pay and PTO
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• Basic and optional life insurance
• Post-retirement health insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a basic retirement plan after one year of service
• Optional employee-contributed retirement account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree