Linux System Administrator

*** THIS IS AN ON SITE POSITION. THIS PERSON WILL BE EXPECTED TO REPORT ON SITE MONDAY - FRIDAY. THIS ROLE IS BASED OUT OF THE GREATER ITHACA, NY AREA. ***
Description:
Our client is looking for a skilled Linux Systems Administrator to join their team. This team provides systems administration related to data center management, server hardware, server operating systems, server applications installations and configurations, network infrastructure, computing resources in a complex environment comprising of Linux and Windows Servers, and VMware virtualization platform, across multiple buildings and business units.
This role is responsible for administering systems infrastructure, core server applications, and networking and securities.
Primary Duties and activities include:
Participate in the development of this organization's infrastructure environments.
Maintain and enhance existing units' infrastructure in multiple buildings and units.
Implement infrastructure solutions in accordance to organizational Policies & Information Security guidelines.
Implement procedures for system administration to ensure stability and reliability of system infrastructure.
Provide Linux and Windows servers and VMware system administration support for the major hardware and software platforms in use. This includes such activities as systems and server applications installation and configurations; managing account provisioning systems, software distribution, backup, and systems monitoring; identifying and fixing bugs, security holes, and problems with systems software. Respond to software, hardware and network emergencies as required.
Provide backup support for mission-critical systems housed in the data centers, including installations and decommissions of servers and network hardware in the data centers.
Provide support for integrated user authentication, file access, printing, database solutions, calendaring, and other server systems between different platforms.
Propose and plan projects to allow the team to effectively meet the needs of end users.
Implement and manage account provisioning systems in the organizational infrastructure, research, and instructional systems.
Consult and interface with user community to identify and deliver efficient and appropriate use of IT resources.
Networking and Security:
Provide systems programming and device configuration support for Linux servers and related networking issues. Provide support for networking, network routing, and network information services ? including network naming services, VPNs, and network management and monitoring.
Participate in the implementation of networks, firewall rule, VPN, and infrastructure solutions in accordance with organizational policies and Information Security guidelines.
Participate in the design of future network systems
Assist in systems security audit information from various units.
Top Skills:
Linux, System administration, Linux Systems Administration, Red hat, Systems engineering, Ansible, Server support, On-prem server support, virtual server support, automation, patching.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Job Scheduling Systems - Slurm (Linux) is a major "nice to have" skill!
Experience Level
Intermediate - Senior Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Ithaca, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Ithaca,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.