System Administrator 3

System Administrator 3

Bcforward is currently seeking a highly motivated System Administrator 3 for an opportunity in Remote.

Position Title: System Administrator 3

Location: Redmond, WA

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and it is subject to change. Bcforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 6 Months Contract

Job Type: Contract - Remote

Pay Range: $35-$38

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Requirements:

1. Minimum 3 years' experience with Perforce - admin - fixing and managing the system

2. Minimum 5 years' experience with Linux

3. Minimum 3 years' experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (ex: terraform).

Job Description:

Position Purpose

Summary:

* Purpose of the Team: The purpose of this team is to support the core infrastructure of the team; main responsibility is handling source code.

* Key projects: Reference JD for breakdown of role.

* Typical task breakdown and operating rhythm: The role will consist of Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Ubuntu Linux systems in production and development environments, Administer and manage Perforce (Helix Core) version control, Swarm code review systems, including user management, service configuration via SDP, Helix authentication service (HAS), replication, backups, disaster recovery, and upgrades, Design, implement, and manage infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools, primarily Terraform, Monitor system performance and ensure the reliability and security of Perforce, Swarm, and Linux OS, Collaborate with development teams to optimize Perforce performance for users and build farms, Automate routine system administration tasks using shell scripts and/or configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef), Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives, and Document procedures, configurations, and system architectures for internal knowledge sharing and auditing purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain, configure, and troubleshoot Ubuntu Linux systems in production and development environments.


• Administer and manage Perforce (Helix Core) version control, Swarm code review systems, including user management, service configuration via SDP, Helix authentication service (HAS), replication, backups, disaster recovery, and upgrades.


• Design, implement, and manage infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools, primarily Terraform.


• Monitor system performance and ensure the reliability and security of Perforce, Swarm, and Linux OS.


• Collaborate with development teams to optimize Perforce performance for users and build farms.


• Automate routine system administration tasks using shell scripts and/or configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).


• Participate in capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives.


• Document procedures, configurations, and system architecture for internal knowledge sharing and auditing purposes.

Skills:

Minimum Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of Linux systems administration experience in production environments.


• At least 3 years of experience administering Perforce (Helix Core) in multi-user, multi-site environments.


• Proficiency with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.


• Experience with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or similar.


• Experience working in cloud environments such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure.


• Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).


• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Nice to Haves:

* Perforce certification or relevant training.

* Solid understanding of networking, firewalls, DNS, NFS, and related Linux services.

* Experience integrating Perforce with build systems or CI/CD pipelines.

* Experience with Git, Jenkins, and other DevOps tools.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 238218 when responding to this ad.