SENIOR linux admin / ONSITE IN SOUTH JERSEY/ DOD

A highly motivated Senior System Administrator is needed to join our DOD client's dynamic team in Mooristown, New Jersey. Being a pioneer in our field, they place a high importance on creativity, quality, and ongoing development. This is a fantastic opportunity in a reputable business.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technically on projects, documenting results and observations to enhance ongoing improvements.
• Execute hands-on technical tasks involving Linux servers and desktops.
• Handle escalated support tickets, diagnosing software, hardware, and networking issues.
• Perform Linux system upkeep and software installations.
• Set up IT hardware, services, configurations, directories, and storage to meet standards and project criteria.
• Apply monthly security patches as necessary.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for installation, setup, and issue resolution procedures.
• Manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities to accommodate customer demands.
• Provide proactive support to management regarding technology strategies, process enhancements, and implementations.
• Monitor the performance and health of laboratories, assist users, and enforce IT policies.
• Develop operational procedures for lab use and support, identifying opportunities for process enhancement, tool improvement, and automation.
• Contribute to crafting a vision and strategy for non-production environments and assist in their implementation.
• Install and set up AFMS products in AFMS lab environments (both on-premises and in the cloud) and at customer locations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• 5-7 years of related experience.
• Experience with various server types (web, file, license, application, etc.).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python, PERL, etc.).
• Experience with RHEL-based Linux distributions.
• Experience with automation tools (Ansible preferred, Terraform a plus).
• Familiarity with VMware vCenter and vSphere v6.5 or newer.
• Experience with Containers (Docker, Kubernetes) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of networking and TCP/IP.
• Understanding of patch management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and coordinate several concurrent tasks.
• Able to interface with users in a pleasant and tactful manner.
• Self-motivated with the ability to quickly learn new IT technologies.
• Willingness to occasionally work non-standard hours as required.
• A team player with the ability to work well independently with limited direction