Linux Network Administrator

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Fort Collins, CO that is seeking a Linux Network Administrator.

Responsibilities:
* Work closely with colleagues and engineers to understand their hardware and software needs, ensuring the lab meets or exceeds those requirements
* Remote Hands Support: Provide remote hands-on support to software engineers for hardware-related issues, including server reboots, swapping defective components, and assisting with hardware upgrades or installations
* Provides domain-specific expertise and overall software systems leadership and perspective to cross-organization projects, programs, and activities
* Drives innovation and integration of new technologies into projects and activities in the systems design organization
* Ideal candidates will be empowered to complete sometimes ambiguous tasks with autonomy and good technical judgement

Management Level:
* Serve as the first point of contact for technical issues within the R&D lab, including hardware malfunctions, software errors, and network connectivity issues; Diagnose and resolve complex technical problems, ensuring minimal down time
* Inventory Management: Oversee and maintain a comprehensive inventory of computer lab equipment, including servers, network devices, and peripherals; Ensure accurate tracking of assets, perform audits, and manage the procurement of new equipment as needed
* Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of all technical procedures, inventory records, and issue resolution steps; Prepare reports on lab usage, equipment status, and ongoing issues for management review
* Exercises significant independent judgment within broadly defined policies and practices to determine best method for accomplishing work and achieving objectives; May provide mentoring and guidance to lower-level employees

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, or related field
* Significant relevant experience may be substituted for education requirements
* Experience with compute server or storage product support required
* Strong knowledge of computer hardware, software, and network systems required
* Experience with inventory management and procurement processes required
* Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues quickly required
* Ability to perform physical tasks associated with computer hardware installation and maintenance required
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required
* Experience with PCI Express, NVMe, x86 platforms, Linux operating systems, and root cause analysis preferred
* Experience with Shell scripting and/or Python scripting preferred
* Experience with HPC & AI computing desired
* Experience with shipping, receiving and purchasing desired
* Evaluating processes for systems design and validation methodology, including writing and execution of test plans, debugging, and testing scripts and tools desired
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to mentor and work independently
* Familiarity with industry-standard IT security and compliance requirements

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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