Linux Administrator

Object Technology Solutions, Inc (OTSI) has an immediate opening for a Linux Administrator

Linux Administrator (Boise, ID – Onsite Job)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES: 
We are a team of Administrators who work very closely with our engineering colleagues to provide the highest quality engineering support for client Development teams. As a member of this team your focus will be providing server support for client Engineering design teams to ensure solutions meet or exceed business requirements. In this role you will be expected to suggest, promote, and leverage published standards to minimize environment complexity and ensure high server uptime and availability.
• Provide best in class computer support for engineering design teams
• Provide technical direction and escalation for technologies maintained within the Linux compute space
• Drive innovation and automation of computer solutions both internally and for our customers
• Provisioning of systems both physical and virtual.
• Drive configuration management through puppet
• Proficient in scripting languages and tools to automate tasks, system builds, and change management (Puppet, Python, shell, etc.)
• Monitor overall health of the Unix/Linux environment with an emphasis on proactive discovery of potential issues
• Continually work to improve Linux compute environment through automation.
• Propose and implement system enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of systems and services.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

Red Hat Linux Administration
•    Strong, hands-on experience as a Red Hat Linux administrator
•    Ability to independently support, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux environments
•    Experience working with large fleets of servers

Server Infrastructure
•    Experience supporting both physical and virtualized servers
•    Familiarity with data center environments and on-prem infrastructure
•    Ability to handle break-fix issues and operational maintenance

Virtualization
•    Practical experience with virtualization technologies in enterprise environments

Configuration Management
•    Working knowledge of Puppet (preferred) or Ansible
•    Approximately 6–12 months of hands-on experience sufficient
•    Understanding of configuration management at scale

Scripting
•    Intermediate-level scripting skills required (e.g., Bash, Python, or similar)
•    Ability to read, write, and modify scripts
•    Candidates cannot be new to scripting or coding concepts

Cloud Exposure
•    Basic cloud experience, with preference for AWS
•    Understanding of cloud provisioning concepts
•    Experience transferable across cloud providers is acceptable

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Experience Level
•    Minimum 3 years of relevant Linux administration experience
•    Up to ~5 years preferred
•    Role requires someone who can hit the ground running
•    Preferred: IT-related bachelor’s degree
•    Acceptable alternative: Associate degree with substantial Linux administration experience
•    Technical skills prioritized over formal education

About Us
OTSI is a global technology partner providing enterprise IT consulting, digital solutions, and managed services. We help organizations modernise complex technology landscapes, harness the power of data, and build scalable AI-led ecosystems to accelerate innovation and business growth. With over 26 years of experience, we consistently turn complex challenges into success stories through our strong technical capabilities and deep industry knowledge. Our global team of 1,800+ professionals, spread across 6 countries, delivers cutting-edge solutions for customers across Banking, Financial Services, Insurance, Transportation & Logistics, Energy & Utilities, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Government, Hi-Tech, Telecom & Media, Manufacturing, and more. 

Our focused technologies are:
• Data & Analytics (Traditional EDW, BI, Big data, Data Engineering, Data Management, Data Modernization, Data Insights)
• Digital Transformation (Cloud Computing, Mobility, Micro Services, RPA, DevOps)
• QA & Automation (Manual Testing, Non-functional testing, Test Automation, Digital Testing)
• Enterprise Applications (SAP, Java Full stack, Microsoft, Custom Development)
• Disruptive Technologies (Edge Computing/IOT, Block Chain, AR/VR, Biometric)