Persistent Systems

Persistent Systems

60 jobs near Manhattan, NY

Linux Systems Administrator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $156K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team at our headquarters in NYC. The Linux Systems Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring our ...

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a Logistics Associate. You will be responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments at Persistent Systems' New York City headquarters. Position ...

Persistent Systems is looking for a Logistics Associate. You will be responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments at Persistent Systems' New York City headquarters. Position Responsibilities

Hardware Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

Persistent Systems is looking for a talented Hardware Engineer with extensive experience in circuit design for battery powered and high-speed (Ghz) digital devices. The position involves the design ...

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a Logistics Associate. You will be responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments at Persistent Systems' New York City headquarters. Position ...

Hardware Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a talented Hardware Engineer with extensive experience in circuit design for battery powered and high-speed (Ghz) digital devices. The position ...

Persistent Systems is looking for a Logistics Associate. You will be responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments at Persistent Systems' New York City headquarters. Position Responsibilities

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a Logistics Associate. You will be responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments at Persistent Systems' New York City headquarters. Position ...

Linux Systems Administrator

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$125K - $156K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team at our headquarters in NYC. The Linux Systems Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring our ...

Hardware Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$150K - $170K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a talented Hardware Engineer with extensive experience in circuit design for battery powered and high-speed (Ghz) digital devices. The position ...

Software Test Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$106K - $133K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is seeking a Software Test Engineer who will be responsible for software testing for our Wave Relay products. This includes providing special analysis required for ...

Software Test Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$106K - $133K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is seeking a Software Test Engineer who will be responsible for software testing for our Wave Relay ® products. This includes providing special analysis required ...

Persistent Systems is seeking a Software Test Engineer who will be responsible for software testing for our Wave Relay ® products. This includes providing special analysis required for initial ...

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is looking for a Logistics Associate. You will be responsible for all incoming and outgoing shipments at Persistent Systems' New York City headquarters. Position ...

Purchasing Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70K - $77K/yr

& Responsibilities Persistent Systems is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to join our team in our NYC headquarters. The Purchasing Assistant will be responsible for managing the daily tasks associated ...

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Linux Systems Administrator

Linux Systems Administrator

Persistent Systems

Manhattan, NY

$125K - $156K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Persistent Systems is looking for a Linux Systems Administrator to join our team at our headquarters in NYC.  The Linux Systems Administrator will play a critical role in ensuring our Linux servers and systems are configured and running optimally.  This individual will solve complex database problems and play a critical role in the overall success of the organization.  This is an exciting opportunity for individuals that enjoy working in a collaborative environment and enjoy making a difference. 

Position Responsibilities

  • Design and manage the installation, configuration and maintenance of Linux servers and workstations
  • Provide technical support for computer network issues
  • Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues
  • Design integrated computer systems
  • Test computer hardware performance
  • Test software performance
  • Document operational activities
  • Install computer hardware
  • Install new/rebuild existing servers and configure hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, and storage in accordance with best practices.
  • Perform system monitoring, integrity verification, and availability of hardware, server resources, and key processes
  • Perform regular security monitoring to identify any intrusions
  • Create, execute, and maintain data backup plan
  • Ensure all required file systems and system data are successfully backed up to the appropriate media
  • Create, change, and or delete user accounts as required
  • Responsible for hardware/software asset management and deployment for new and existing employees
  • Provide help desk support and resolve issues for end-users

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field
  • Proficiency with Bash, Python, or a UNIX oriented scripting language (particularly with a focus on automation)
  • Minimum of 6 years of systems administration experience in a small to medium sized business’s IT team
  • Experience working in a Linux environment as a system administrator
  • Familiarity with basic networking (IP addresses, routing, firewalls)
  • Familiarity with configuration management tools
  • Must have a US Security Clearance or the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in computer science or related field
  • 10 years of systems administration experience
  • Experience in Ansible
  • CompTIA Linux+ Certification
  • Experience working in an Enterprise Linux environment with any distribution
  • Experience with LUKS encryption and LVM management at scale
  • SELinux or AppArmor Endpoint Management
  • Containerization experience with Docker or equivalent a huge plus
  • Server Endpoint Automation and Deployment with Kubernetes or equivalent
  • CompTIA Server+ Certification
  • Red Hat Certified Engineer Certification

The total compensation for this role can vary from $125,000 to $156,000 a year based on individual qualifications. Eligibility for yearly discretionary bonus. Persistent Systems, LLC offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off (sick time and vacation time); flexible spending accounts; 401(k) plan with company match; fitness membership reimbursement; tuition assistance; mental health benefits; and pet discounts.


Headquartered in New York City since 2007, Persistent Systems, LLC is a global communications technology company which develops, manufactures, and integrates a patented and secure Mobile Ad Hoc Networking (MANET) system: Wave Relay®. The company’s industry leading R&D team has designed wireless networking protocols to support their cutting-edge Wave Relay® system and technology. Wave Relay® is capable of running data, video, voice and other applications under the most difficult and unpredictable conditions. Their suite of products is field proven and utilized in Commercial, Military, Government, Industrial, Agriculture, Robotics, and Unmanned System markets.