The Senior Linux Administrator
Responsible for managing and maintaining Linux, and open operating systems within the Network and Systems group at a secure and stable level while maximizing availability and access for applications, application developers, college staff, students, and interoperability with other computer systems.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for system administration for Linux servers and services
Configures alerts, and monitors system performance and utilization
Installs, configures and documents new servers and applications
Maintains and audits system security configuration and logs
Tracks vulnerabilities and applies appropriate patches and upgrades
Develops and maintains capacity plans for all systems
Assists with performing analysis of planned changes
Documents and tests system recovery plans
Responds rapidly to system maintenance needs, including on evenings and weekends
Works with the System team to develop system administration operations documentation
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelors degree in related field from an accredited college or university and seven (7) years of technology experience; or Masters degree and three (3) years of related experience
All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
Knowledge of administering Linux systems
Knowledge of perl, PHP, JavaScript/jQuery
Possess strong organizational skills
Possess strong communication skills (written and oral)
Possess effective interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staff
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments