Linux Systems Administrator

Linux Systems Administrator

CSG is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator with an analytical mind and an in-depth understanding of managing multiple Cloud Hosting environments. The Linux Systems Administrator is expected to have attention to detail, outstanding problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

To ensure success, the Linux Systems Administrator must display an excellent understanding of Linux operating systems, cPanel, Plesk, Firewalls, Web-Proxy, DNS, and various languages such as Bash, Python, and PHP. Top candidates will be comfortable troubleshooting website issues all the way down to the OS level.

Linux Systems Administrator Responsibilities:

• Managing and patching cloud hosted Linux servers.
• Manage cloud hosted DNS, WAF, and CDNs.
• Working with a team, troubleshooting all website issues.
• Ensuring that all hosting platforms are protected by enabling the appropriate security measures.
• Updating HTML, CSS, and JavaScript regularly.
• Conducting content audits to eliminate redundant and/or duplicate information.
• Ensuring full compliance on the website with all laws and regulations.
• Keeping up to date with industry best practices and monitoring competitor websites.

 Linux Systems Administrator Requirements:

• A degree in computer science, IT, systems engineering, or related qualification.
• 2+ years of work experience as a Linux Systems Administrator or equivalent position.
• Knowledge of Linux, cPanel, Plesk, Adobe suite, Content Management Systems, and W3C Web standards.
• Proficient in HTML, XHTML, CSS design, cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility, firewalls (functionality and maintenance), Access, MySQL and JavaScript.
• Ability to troubleshoot website issues in a challenging environment.
• Strong attention to detail with outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task.
• Current Secret security clearance is desired or willingness to submit for a security clearance.

Employee Status: Full-Time 

Job Location: On site Herndon, Virginia. Remote telework is not available.

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Consulting Services Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics. or disabled, recently separated, other protected, and armed forces service medal veterans. Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing/bending.