We are hiring a Senior Unix/Linux Administrator for an exciting remote opportunity. and Responsibilities The ideal candidate will apply their expertise in systems administration and information ...
We are hiring a Senior Unix/Linux Administrator for an exciting remote opportunity. and Responsibilities The ideal candidate will apply their expertise in systems administration and information ...
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Unix /Linux Administrator with VCS Location: Irving, TX / Jersey City, NJ / Tampa, FL / New York, NY * RHEL 6 & 7 servers supporting all the OS administration, application and hardware issues.
Unix /Linux Administrator with VCS
Tampa, FL · On-site
Unix /Linux Administrator with VCS Location: Irving, TX / Jersey City, NJ / Tampa, FL / New York, NY * RHEL 6 & 7 servers supporting all the OS administration, application and hardware issues.
Unix/Linux L3 Administrator
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
$70 - $80/hr
Title: Unix/Linux L3 Administrator Duration: 12+ months Potential to Convert Location: Alpharetta, GA 30005 Hours may vary based on project: Shift timings would be from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM by 2 ...
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Unix/Linux L3 Administrator
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
$70 - $80/hr
Title: Unix/Linux L3 Administrator Duration: 12+ months Potential to Convert Location: Alpharetta, GA 30005 Hours may vary based on project: Shift timings would be from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM by 2 ...
Citrix NetScaller Engineer / Admin, UNIX/LINUX Admin, BlueCat IPAM/DNS 12+ Mths Cont Alpharetta, GA
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
JPC - 3490 Level 4 : ( 7 to 15 yrs of exp) Citrix NetScaller Engineer / Admin, UNIX/LINUX Admin, BlueCat IPAM/DNS 12+ Mths Cont Alpharetta, GA Loc: Alpharetta, GA ( 3 to 4 days a week onsite - hybrid ...
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Citrix NetScaller Engineer / Admin, UNIX/LINUX Admin, BlueCat IPAM/DNS 12+ Mths Cont Alpharetta, GA
Alpharetta, GA · On-site
JPC - 3490 Level 4 : ( 7 to 15 yrs of exp) Citrix NetScaller Engineer / Admin, UNIX/LINUX Admin, BlueCat IPAM/DNS 12+ Mths Cont Alpharetta, GA Loc: Alpharetta, GA ( 3 to 4 days a week onsite - hybrid ...
Jr. Linux Administrator - Hybrid
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
Unix/Linux Administrator Nice To Have * Configured Oracle database resource manager Required Skills : Linux,UNIX Basic Qualification : Additional Skills : Systems Administrator This is a high ...
Jr. Linux Administrator - Hybrid
Brooklyn, NY · On-site
Unix/Linux Administrator Nice To Have * Configured Oracle database resource manager Required Skills : Linux,UNIX Basic Qualification : Additional Skills : Systems Administrator This is a high ...
UNIX/LINUX System Engineer - Mid
$87K - $157K/yr
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES UNIX/Linux Server Administration - Administer UNIX/Linux servers on a daily basis to ensure availability, performance, and operational stability. - Maintain server hardware ...
UNIX/LINUX System Engineer - Mid
$87K - $157K/yr
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES UNIX/Linux Server Administration - Administer UNIX/Linux servers on a daily basis to ensure availability, performance, and operational stability. - Maintain server hardware ...
Senior Unix/Linux Administrator
Dayton, OH · On-site
$110K - $120K/yr
We are hiring a Senior Unix/Linux Administrator for an exciting remote opportunity. and Responsibilities The ideal candidate will apply their expertise in systems administration and information ...
Senior Unix/Linux Administrator
Dayton, OH · On-site
$110K - $120K/yr
We are hiring a Senior Unix/Linux Administrator for an exciting remote opportunity. and Responsibilities The ideal candidate will apply their expertise in systems administration and information ...
Linux Admin
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
Linux Admin Location: Salt Lake City, UT Duration: Fulltime 40,000 per year BGV will be done for ... to, UNIX and Windows Servers, Storage (NAS/SAN), backups and Databases Please respond with your ...
Linux Admin
Salt Lake City, UT · On-site
Linux Admin Location: Salt Lake City, UT Duration: Fulltime 40,000 per year BGV will be done for ... to, UNIX and Windows Servers, Storage (NAS/SAN), backups and Databases Please respond with your ...
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator
Omaha, NE · On-site
$84K - $114K/yr
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a UNIX/Linux OS ...
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator
Omaha, NE · On-site
$84K - $114K/yr
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a UNIX/Linux OS ...
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator
Omaha, NE · On-site
$76K - $103K/yr
S. and its allies by providing 24/7 IT services and network support for NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, and SAP/SAR environment UNIX/Linux OS Administrator: * Performs systems administration for enterprise ...
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator
Omaha, NE · On-site
$76K - $103K/yr
S. and its allies by providing 24/7 IT services and network support for NIPRNet, SIPRNet, JWICS, and SAP/SAR environment UNIX/Linux OS Administrator: * Performs systems administration for enterprise ...
Unix/Linux Team Lead
Houston, TX · On-site
Senior Linux/Unix Systems Architect/Administrator (Cloud & Infrastructure) Position Overview Position: Unix/Linux Team Lead Client: HCTRA Location: TBD (will be in Houston but not sure of the ...
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Unix/Linux Team Lead
Houston, TX · On-site
Senior Linux/Unix Systems Architect/Administrator (Cloud & Infrastructure) Position Overview Position: Unix/Linux Team Lead Client: HCTRA Location: TBD (will be in Houston but not sure of the ...
Unix/Linux System Administrator Location: Cincinati / Alpharetta, GA Duration: Full Time Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ years of experience in Solaris 10 & Redhat Linux 6.0 System ...
Unix/Linux System Administrator Location: Cincinati / Alpharetta, GA Duration: Full Time Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ years of experience in Solaris 10 & Redhat Linux 6.0 System ...
Company Description shijo KRG Technologies, Inc., shijo(at)krgtech.com 25000 Avenue Stanford, Suite #243, Valencia, CA 91355 Direct: 661-310-0202 Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ ...
Company Description shijo KRG Technologies, Inc., shijo(at)krgtech.com 25000 Avenue Stanford, Suite #243, Valencia, CA 91355 Direct: 661-310-0202 Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ ...
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator
$84K - $114K/yr
Yes UNIX/Linux OS Administrator Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a UNIX/Linux OS ...
UNIX/Linux OS Administrator
$84K - $114K/yr
Yes UNIX/Linux OS Administrator Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a UNIX/Linux OS ...
Unix/Linux System Administrator Location: Cincinati / Alpharetta, GA Duration: Full Time Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ years of experience in Solaris 10 & Redhat Linux 6.0 System ...
Unix/Linux System Administrator Location: Cincinati / Alpharetta, GA Duration: Full Time Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ years of experience in Solaris 10 & Redhat Linux 6.0 System ...
Company Description shijo KRG Technologies, Inc., shijo(at)krgtech.com 25000 Avenue Stanford, Suite #243, Valencia, CA 91355 Direct: 661-310-0202 Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ ...
Company Description shijo KRG Technologies, Inc., shijo(at)krgtech.com 25000 Avenue Stanford, Suite #243, Valencia, CA 91355 Direct: 661-310-0202 Unix/Linux System Administrator (L2/L3) Skills: 5+ ...
The Unix System Administrator's role is to operate and tune Unix/Linux systems, servers, and related components to ensure high levels of availability and security of the supported business ...
The Unix System Administrator's role is to operate and tune Unix/Linux systems, servers, and related components to ensure high levels of availability and security of the supported business ...
Unix/Linux Team Lead
Houston, TX · On-site
Senior Linux/Unix Systems Architect/Administrator (Cloud & Infrastructure) Position Overview Position: Unix/Linux Team Lead Client: HCTRA Location: TBD (will be in Houston but not sure of the ...
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Unix/Linux Team Lead
Houston, TX · On-site
Senior Linux/Unix Systems Architect/Administrator (Cloud & Infrastructure) Position Overview Position: Unix/Linux Team Lead Client: HCTRA Location: TBD (will be in Houston but not sure of the ...
May supervise computer administrators and/or user support specialists. * Maintain UNIX and Enterprise Fedora-based Linux Platforms (Red Hat, CentOS and Oracle Linux) * Manage UNIX and Linux patching ...
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May supervise computer administrators and/or user support specialists. * Maintain UNIX and Enterprise Fedora-based Linux Platforms (Red Hat, CentOS and Oracle Linux) * Manage UNIX and Linux patching ...
Jr. Unix (Linux) System Engineer
Taylor, TX · On-site
$5K/mo
May supervise computer administrators and/or user support specialists. * Maintain UNIX and Enterprise Fedora-based Linux Platforms (Red Hat, CentOS and Oracle Linux) * Manage UNIX and Linux patching ...
Jr. Unix (Linux) System Engineer
Taylor, TX · On-site
$5K/mo
May supervise computer administrators and/or user support specialists. * Maintain UNIX and Enterprise Fedora-based Linux Platforms (Red Hat, CentOS and Oracle Linux) * Manage UNIX and Linux patching ...
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| Aspect | Unix Linux Admin | Network Administrator |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Linux+, LPIC, RHCSA | CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA |
| Work Environment | Servers, data centers, cloud platforms | Networking hardware, routers, switches |
| Primary Responsibilities | Managing Linux/Unix servers, scripting, system security | Configuring networks, troubleshooting connectivity, managing network hardware |
| Industry Usage | IT, data centers, cloud services | Telecommunications, enterprise IT |
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Full-time
Posted 6 days ago
Job description
Enterprise Solutions and Management (ESM) is a rapidly growing government contractor that provides strategic IT services that meet mission needs for Defense and Federal customers. We are hiring a Senior Unix/Linux Administrator for an exciting remote opportunity.
Job Description and Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will apply their expertise in systems administration and information technology (IT) support to manage Oracle/Sun Solaris and Red Hat Linux operating systems across the Defense Logistics Agency's (DLA) Enterprise Infrastructure environments, including Test/Development, Staging, Continuity of Operations (COOP), and Production systems.
This role requires strong technical proficiency combined with excellent customer service skills. Prior experience working within a Government or Military environment is highly desirable.
This is primarily a remote position; however, candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (Dayton, OH) to support occasional on-site requirements as needed.
Core duty hours consist of an 8-hour workday, Monday through Friday, between 0700 and 1700. The office is closed on Federal holidays and may also close due to inclement weather conditions.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)
- Provide and administer UNIX and Linux NIPRnet and SIPRnet Operating Systems to ensure effective day-to-day operations and resolve issues as they occur.
- Perform assessment, implementations, integration, configuration, device policy, event analysis, training, documentation and provide subject matter expert support to Government in accomplishing the same.
- Perform implementation of required software to meet IA controls working with the DLA CERT and support Technology Foundation Services architecture throughout the lifecycle.
- Support Disaster Recovery and COOP on mission critical systems.
- Install and maintain COTS products including but not limited to: McAfee, HBSS, TripWire, ArcSight, and others.
- Remotely provide systems management and technical troubleshooting for UNIX SIPRnet/NIPRnet systems.
- Review, coordinate, and recommend IA standards and protocols. Perform analysis and validate and recommend security requirements including RMF.
- Develop and document standards and guides for the implementation of IA solutions including but not limited to: compliance, system security design, security testing and IA assessments.
- Recommend, for detected vulnerabilities that could preclude accreditation, management, operational, or technical controls to include human procedures, software configuration parameters, system changes, or combinations thereof to mitigate the risk associated with the vulnerability.
- Perform customer support functions.
Desired KSA
- Be a positive, self-motivated, and proactive person with the ability to adapt to change and tolerate stressful situations
- Candidate must communicate effectively with team members, team lead, management, and government customer
- Must have the ability and desire to research and develop creative solutions to unique problems with minimal supervision
Minimum Training, Education, and Certifications
- Seven (7) years UNIX Administration experience, two of which in specialized information processing disciplines involving a range of hardware/software solutions.
- Three (3) years concentrated hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and resolving software issues
- Secret Level Security Clearance
- DoD IAT Level II Certification (Security+ ce, SSCP, CySA+, GICSP, or GSEC)
- Computing Environment Certification, one or more of the following: SCSA (Solaris), RHCSA (Red Hat), Linux+ (Generic linux)
Minimum Clearance
- Secret
Physical Requirements
- Required to stand, walk and sit; communicate verbally both in person and by telephone; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls; reach with hands and arms. Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
- Physical demands associated with this position include extensive walking (including stairs) throughout offices and between buildings. May require use of public transportation, personal or Government vehicle to drive to local and/or remote office locations.
Additional Requirements
- Other duties as assigned
ESM provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identification or any other characteristic protected by state, federal or local law.