Windows/Linux System Administrator (Remote)

GovCIO • Lansing, MI

431d • $94,000 - $118,000 • Remote

About The Position

GovCIO is seeking a skilled and motivated Windows and Linux System Administrator to join our dynamic IT team. This role is critical in maintaining our infrastructure and ensuring optimal performance and security of our systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with AWS, Windows, and Linux systems administration, as well as strong database administration and management skills. This is a full-time, fully remote position within the United States, with core hours of operation from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM ET.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of commensurate experience in IT.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Windows and Linux system administration.
• Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.
• Strong database administration skills with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash).
• Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Nice To Haves

• AWS certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator).
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform).
• Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain smooth operation of computer systems, including operating systems, software, and hardware.
• Manage and maintain Windows and Linux servers, ensuring systems are running smoothly and securely.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain AWS cloud services, including EC2 instances, S3 storage, RDS, and other AWS services.
• Automate backend tasks using scripting languages such as bash, python, or PowerShell.
• Oversee database administration tasks including installation, configuration, backup, recovery, and performance tuning for SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Implement monitoring solutions to ensure system health, performance, and security.
• Conduct regular maintenance and updates of systems.
• Implement and manage security protocols to protect systems and data.
• Diagnose and resolve system, network, and database issues, providing support for end-users and IT team members.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree