Senior Linux Systems Administrator - W2, TX locals only

Title: Senior Linux Systems Administrator - W2, TX locals only

Location: Houston, TX, USA

Length: Long term

Restriction: W2 Only

Description:

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Job Description:

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Linux System Administrator reports to the Manager, IT Technical Services and is responsible for the administration, implementation, support and management of the IT infrastructure systems; serves as a technical expert in the area of system administration for complex operating systems. This position will also lead on assisting in the effort of managing and supporting the Linux, Storage, Backup and Recovery systems.

KNOWLEDGE

• Oracle Linux and Red Hat Linux system administration
• Enterprise Storage, Enterprise Backups, Security
• System performance monitoring tools
• Effective project management techniques.
• Oracle Linux and Red Hat Linux system administration
• Enterprise Storage, Enterprise Backups, Security
• System performance monitoring tools
• Effective project management techniques.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage the day-to-day operations of servers and systems by monitoring system performance, configuration, maintenance, and repair.
• Configure, maintain, and support the Linux systems.
• Configure, maintain, and support the Enterprise backup and recovery systems.
• Monitor and resolve backup related issues, including providing reporting on health of backup platforms.
• Create and maintain documentation on backup and recovery processes, policies and procedures.
• Perform file recovery tests and annual disaster recovery site tests.
• Ensure high availability and acceptable levels of performance of critical system resources.
• Participate in planning and implementation of projects for system operations and systems administration.
• Plan, organize, and document complex system design activities and configure systems to be consistent with policies/procedures.
• Interface with customers, peers, and managers to evaluate and understand business needs.
• Continually access the systems against potential threats and vulnerabilities using industry security compliance standards. Ensure that vulnerabilities are mitigated in a timely fashion.