Operating System Specialist

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 1 Year(s)

Skills

Operating Systems Specialist
Unix
Linux
Windows
middleware technologies
Aws
Azure
GCP

Job Details

Operating Systems Specialist
Positions Available: Multiple Positions
Clearance: Must be able to get Public Trust Clearance
Duration: Long Term
Location: Remote
Job Description:
The Operating Systems Specialist will support the administration, maintenance, deployment, and troubleshooting of enterprise-level Unix, Linux, and Windows environments. The role requires extensive hands-on experience managing distributed systems, middle-tier technologies, and supporting cloud-based and on-prem infrastructure components. The candidate must be proficient in managing incidents, automating operational tasks, and maintaining performance and availability across complex server environments.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Provide incident response and deployment support for Unix, Linux, and Windows server platforms (on-site and remote).
* Administer and troubleshoot middle-tier components including:
o Web/application servers
o Containers and container orchestration platforms
o Messaging systems
o Cloud infrastructure and services
o Automation/scripting tools
o Monitoring platforms
* Execute tasks via ServiceNow in compliance with CLIENT-defined SLAs and change management protocols.
* Lead technical response for server, database, and middleware issues within a distributed infrastructure.
* Analyze system performance and implement tuning and capacity plans.
* Develop and execute disaster recovery plans and preventative maintenance procedures.
* Create and maintain technical and project documentation as required.
Technical Requirements:
* Advanced experience with:
o Unix/Linux/Windows server administration in production environments
o Middleware technologies (e.g., Apache, Tomcat, WebLogic, JBoss)
o Containers and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
o Scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python)
o Monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus)
o Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
o ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM platforms
* Strong understanding of backup and restore procedures, change control, and system hardening.
* Ability to analyze and resolve complex infrastructure and deployment issues.
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