IT SPECIALIST - SR. IT SPECIALIST - Linux Administration Specialist at Southwest Research Institute in San Antonio, Texas

Job Description:

Who We Are:


Operation System Support Section - Section that provides Unix/Linux support to the SwRI administrative cost centers and to technical divisions as needed. This team is responsible for managing the Unix/Linux, SAN storage, Load Balancer, and backup environments on-prem.


Objectives of this Role:

• Support of the UNIX/Linux environment to include the provisioning of UNIX/Linux systems, applying patches and upgrades to the on-prem physical and virtual servers.


• Manage and remediate identified security vulnerabilities.


• Support the SAN Storage Environment (Pure) in multiple on-prem locations using fiber channel connectivity.


• Experience with UNIX/Linux based backup solutions a plus, specifically Commvault, Experience with load balancers a plus, specifically A10 Networks.


• Work independently and collaboratively, and suggest, develop, and implement new process and procedural improvements, communicate effectively with end users and work in a team environment to resolve issues.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, and maintain, servers and hosted applications in a Linux environment


• Monitor the health of Linux servers through both automated and manual processes


• Perform monthly Linux OS patching and updates as well as applying critical out of band patches and updates.


• Maintain proper documentation and follow proper procedures for change control, server deployment, and other procedures.


• Follow required policies and procedures to maintain compliance and security.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Information Technology or related.


• Those without a degree require 6 years of professional level experience.


• 2 years: Strong experience administering and supporting Linux operating systems and hosted applications. This includes monitoring health, troubleshooting and resolving issues, and performing maintenance and updates on Linux operating systems.


• 2 years: Linux Server administration in a physical and virtual enterprise environment.


• Strong knowledge of Linux scripting languages and installing, configuring, and maintaining OS services such as Bind, Apache, MySQL and other databases, Nginx, etc. A solid understanding configuration management tools such as Puppet is a plus.


• Experience with Pure SAN or other SAN solutions a plus. Technical Certifications such as Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) and/or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or VMWare certifications are a plus.


• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:


Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.


Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas


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