Linux System Admin - Architect

The Systems Administrator plays an integral role in the deployment team. Assists in system architecture, design, integration and development. The administrator assures systems are well-behaved and all system platform operating systems (Windows, AIX, UNIX, LINUX, etc.) remain current and secure. In addition, the administrator role ensures that upgrades and installation are well-rehearsed and documented prior to conducting official installations. The administrator is the key liaison who works closely with colleagues and customers to ensure systems in-house or deployed Nextfare suite products software and peripherals are kept current and functional. This position works under general supervision and direction.

Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities Performs day-to-day system administration Monitors & manages system health checks OS’s and system S/W. Assists the Network administrator as needed with LAN, WAN, Internet. Manages and controls Software licenses. Maintains secure backend systems and LANs. Provides guidance and recommendations on all backend OS’s. Provides Windows, UNIX, LINUX, AIX and NT based platforms. Installs and configures system backup/restore/failover software (NetBackup/Veritas/Legato, Etc.) and hardware. Conducts performance tuning; optimization of resource configuration – All platforms and LAN. Supports configuration of routers, firewalls, and load balancers. Assists in installation and configuration of databases. Assists in installing and configuring monitoring software such as Big Brother, etc. Applies system OS and db. patch sets procedures Three-year college degree, in computer science or related technical field, plus a minimum of two years systems administration experience. Knowledge and experience administrating various Windows and UNIX Operating Systems. Extensive knowledge and experience in LAN network engineering – tcp/ip, internet. Must have extensive knowledge and experience with HP and Sun UNIX platforms as well as experience implementing UNIX and LAN security measures (including firewalls). In depth understanding of System Administration methodology and principles. Must be a self-motivator, good working knowledge of common programming languages, (C/C++, Java, PERL, RUBY).