UNIX / Linux Systems Administrator III

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Overview

We are currently seeking a UNIX/Linux Systems Administrator III that will be a critical member of a U.S.-based global systems integrator providing technology solutions and services for commercial and government clients. This is a full-time permanent role supporting our program in Raleigh, NC.

This position requires flexibility in job duties stemming from occasional after-hours work as well as the mission environment created at the customer site.  Must understand and enjoy providing support to a fast-paced operational enterprise.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work as a team member of an enterprise support team, providing on-site and remote support for Red Hat Linux servers and workstations at multiple locations.
• Install new/rebuild existing Red Hat servers and workstations.
• Configure server and workstation hardware, peripherals, services, SAN storage and local storage, perform backups and restoration in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
• Develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures.
• Write bash and Ansible scripts to automate system administration and maintenance tasks.
• Install vendor software and scientific open-source packages.
• Apply Red Hat and other software patches/updates.
• Write and review IT policies and procedures for both use and security.
• Responsible for evaluating new hardware and software needs along with associated costs.
• Create and maintain computer system network topography diagrams.
• Work with management to ensure compliance with security protocols.
• Maintain documentation on the operations and configurations.
• Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization.
• Perform a variety of systems engineering tasks and activities that are broad in nature and involve major systems design, integration, and implementation, including personnel, hardware, software, budgetary, and support facilities and/or equipment.
• Provide support for UNIX/Linux workstations and servers connected on the private LAN.
• Provide quality assurance review and the evaluation of new and existing software products.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Expert level knowledge of RedHat Linux operating systems RHEL7 / RHEL8 / RHEL9.
• Fluent with RedHat Satellite and Unix encryption (ex. WinMagic SecureDoc).
• Skilled with automation tools - Ansible and bash scripting.
• Understanding of AD authentication (ex. Centrify).
• Understanding of networking (DNS, IPv6) and tools (ex. EM7).
• Understanding of Security management and related tools (ex. Nessus, Splunk).
• Supporting a very complex and dynamic Unix environment for multiple customer groups.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to effectively troubleshoot technical issues.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including, but not limited to, procedures and technical topics.
  • Communicates with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
• Delegates and oversees technical implementation tasks of more junior team members to ensure work is delivered on time and on budget.
• Contribute as project lead for key enterprise projects (assigned by the Unix Team Lead) and assisting the team with the RHEL7 to RHEL8 migration.
• Can successfully mentor and motivate technical resources to provide a positive and productive team environment.
• Provide estimates, timelines, and schedules on assigned work efforts.
• Provide technical guidance and/or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
• A can-do attitude is critical, detail-oriented, strong work ethic and a team player. 
• Knowledge of SAMBA, Kerberos, AD, Veritas NetBackup, Nagios, ESXi VMWare.
• Experience with writing bash and Perl scripts, Ansible playbooks to automate administration tasks.
• Experience utilizing DOD Security Technical Implementation Guides STIG highly desired. Previous experience performing vulnerability scanning and remediation techniques preferred.
• Experience working on RHEL9 DISA / STIG deployment scripts.

• 5 years of experience as a system administrator of UNIX / Red Hat Linux operating systems Release 7/8/9.
• SAN storage configuration experience with LVM on the Linux servers.

• Must be able to lift 40lbs, move equipment, rack and un-rack host/servers and network hardware.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Computer Science or Computer Information Systems – preferred or equivalent relevant experience
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator - a plus
• ITIL version 3 – a plus

• Must have the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401K with Company Matching
• Tuition & Training Reimbursement
• Birthday off with pay
• Leadership Development Training

Venture Talent Consulting is an AA/EOE/M/F/Disabled/VET Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, or disability.