IT SPECIALIST - SR. IT SPECIALIST - Linux Administration Specialist

San Antonio, Texas

Employer: SWRI
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
  • Support of the UNIX/Linux environment to include the provisioning of UNIX/Linux systems, applying patches and upgrades to the on-prem physical and virtual servers.
  • Manage and remediate identified security vulnerabilities.
  • Support the SAN Storage Environment (Pure) in multiple on-prem locations using fiber channel connectivity.
  • Experience with UNIX/Linux based backup solutions a plus, specifically Commvault, Experience with load balancers a plus, specifically A10 Networks.
  • Work independently and collaboratively, and suggest, develop, and implement new process and procedural improvements, communicate effectively with end users and work in a team environment to resolve issues.

  • Install, configure, and maintain, servers and hosted applications in a Linux environment
  • Monitor the health of Linux servers through both automated and manual processes
  • Perform monthly Linux OS patching and updates as well as applying critical out of band patches and updates.
  • Maintain proper documentation and follow proper procedures for change control, server deployment, and other procedures.
  • Follow required policies and procedures to maintain compliance and security.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related.
  • Those without a degree require 6 years of professional level experience.
  • 2 years: Strong experience administering and supporting Linux operating systems and hosted applications. This includes monitoring health, troubleshooting and resolving issues, and performing maintenance and updates on Linux operating systems.
  • 2 years: Linux Server administration in a physical and virtual enterprise environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Linux scripting languages and installing, configuring, and maintaining OS services such as Bind, Apache, MySQL and other databases, Nginx, etc. A solid understanding configuration management tools such as Puppet is a plus.
  • Experience with Pure SAN or other SAN solutions a plus. Technical Certifications such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) and/or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or VMWare certifications are a plus.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.
Created: 2024-09-05
Reference: 32-00652
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: San Antonio
ZIP: 78112

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