Linux System Administrator

Set of X

$90K — $130K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 9 years of System Administration experience required.
  • Extensive experience with RedHat (RHEL), CentOS, and/or UNIX.
  • Proven track record in managing NiFi data flows.
  • Familiarity with VMWare and associated technologies like ESX, NSX, and KVM.
  • Experience with Ansible or similar automation tools.
  • Knowledge of STIGS/CIS Compliance for system scanning and hardening.
  • Proficient in installing, patching, and securing Linux systems.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with system owners to identify current systems and issues.
  • Input into long-term architecture and design plans.
  • Perform system administration to resolve critical issues during transitions.
  • Translate current requirements into scalable long-term solutions.
  • Implement and support final consolidated system solutions.
  • Engage in regular engineering and strategy meetings.
  • Establish direct relationships with customers for feedback.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance for financial security.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
  • Generous paid time off for recharging.
  • Technology refresh program or year-end bonus for device upgrades.
  • Annual budget for training and professional development-financial support for education and certification.
Full Job Description
The candidate will participate in a new long-term effort to consolidate a diverse set of systems into a new cohesive solution that improves system manageability and security, while providing enhanced capability with a strong focus on improved user experience. The candidate will be a part of the early stages of this high visibility effort and help build a sound foundation to ensure the project's continued success.

Responsibilities:
  • Work with current owners and administrators to understand existing systems, requirements, and problem areas.
  • Provide direct input for organization long-term efforts and visions for future architecture and design.
  • Provide system administration functions to fix critical problems or implement stop-gap solutions as part of the transition to the new consolidated architecture.
  • Translate existing requirements and use-cases of current systems into scalable and supportable long-term solutions.
  • Implement and support final solution(s).
  • Participate in frequent internal engineering and strategy team meetings.
  • Build direct customer relationships to improve organizational feedback loop.

Required Skills:
  • Extensive RedHat (RHEL), CentOs Linux, and/or UNIX experience.
  • Experience managing NiFi data flows.
  • Experience with VMWare or associate technologies (ESX, NSX, VSAN, KVM, Nutanix or other).
  • Ansible or other automation platform/methodology experience.
  • System scanning/hardening - STIGS/CIS Compliance.
  • Proficiency installing, hardening, patching, and backup/restoration of Linux systems.
  • Understanding of system monitoring, health/status, and best practice security methodologies.
  • Familiarity with Windows Server environments

Desired Skills:
  • Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS familiarity.
  • Understanding of Active Directory or FreeIPA.
  • Familiarity with nginx, HAProxy, or other load balancer technologies.
  • Python experience.
  • Familiarity with Git/GitLab.
  • Storage Technology experience including hyper converged, SAN, or IP based storage.
  • Past experience supporting managed attribution programs.
  • RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator) and/or RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) certification.


Experience/Education:
9 yrs. experience in System Administration

Clearance:
TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Total Compensation Package

We offer a comprehensive compensation package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our competitive base salary is complemented by an extensive benefits program, including:
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to keep you and your family healthy.
  • Life and Disability Insurance: Peace of mind with financial protection for you and your loved ones.
  • 401(k) Plan: No personal investment required to benefit from a generous employer contribution, allowing you to maximize your take-home pay.
  • Paid Time Off: Enjoy time away from work to recharge.
  • Technology Refresh: Upgrade your devices regularly, or opt for a year-end bonus if you don't need new tech.
  • Training and Professional Development: A $5,250 annual budget for ongoing education, certifications, and professional memberships. Or use this annual benefit to repay a student loan tax-free.

For a full overview of our benefits, please visit our benefits tab.

Additional Perks and Benefits
  • Stock Plan: Become an equity owner with a yearly stock grant-let's build the future together.
  • Flex Leave and Exchange Plan: Take up to 8 weeks off for a strong work-life balance or sell back unused time for double the value!
  • Virtual Office Compensation: Monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet services.
  • Fringe Benefit Mall: Choose from perks like Uber rides, a beer of the month club, Amazon Prime, and Hello Fresh-whatever suits you best!
  • Profit-Sharing Cash Bonus: Share in the company's success with an end-of-year cash bonus.
  • Referral Bonus: Help us grow by bringing in top talent and earn a bonus for each successful referral.

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