Systems Administrator

Optima, Inc.
Frederick, United States of America
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time / full-time
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English
Compensation
$ 108K

Job location

Frederick, United States of America

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows
Agile Methodologies
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Systems Engineering
Azure
Bash
Unix
Computer Security
Computer Networks
Databases
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
Linux
DevOps
RAID
DNS
VMware ESX Servers
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Python
Network Security
PostgreSQL
Linux Distribution
Shell
Microsoft SQL Server
Windows Server
MongoDB
MySQL
Networking Basics
NoSQL
Oracle Applications
Performance Tuning
Systems Development Life Cycle
Service-Oriented Architecture
Shell Script
Software Engineering
PL-SQL
Data Streaming
Systems Architecture
Systems Integration
T-SQL
Virtualization Technology
vSphere
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Load Balancing
Cloud Platform System
Firewalls (Computer Science)
GIT
Containerization
Kubernetes
Information Technology
Cassandra
REST
Cisco networks
Jenkins
VMware
Microservices

Job description

Join our dynamic IT team as a Systems Administrator and become the backbone of our organization's technology infrastructure! In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust system architectures that power our operations. Your expertise will ensure seamless system performance, security, and scalability across diverse platforms. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about optimizing IT infrastructure, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking company dedicated to innovation and excellence., * Manage and support enterprise-wide system administration tasks across Windows, Linux, and UNIX operating systems to ensure optimal performance and security.

  • Design, implement, and maintain system architecture solutions utilizing virtualization technologies such as VMware and ESXi, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
  • Oversee system design and deployment for cloud environments including AWS and Azure, integrating solutions with container orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Configure and monitor critical network components including firewalls, VPNs, DNS, DHCP, load balancers, and computer networking protocols to safeguard data flow.
  • Develop automation scripts using Bash, Python, Shell Scripting, and other scripting languages to streamline system management processes within CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or Git.
  • Administer databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, and Microsoft SQL Server; optimize performance through tuning and query analysis using T-SQL or PL/SQL.
  • Implement security best practices by managing information security protocols, firewalls, RESTful APIs, REST services, and microservices architecture to protect organizational data assets.
  • Collaborate within Agile teams to support SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) processes; contribute to solution architecture discussions for scalable service-oriented architecture (SOA).

Requirements

Do you have experience in Windows support?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Proven experience in system administration with a strong understanding of operating systems including Windows Server, Linux distributions, UNIX variants.

  • Hands-on knowledge of RAID controller management for storage solutions; experience with SAN/NAS environments is a plus.
  • Expertise in system design principles involving system architecture, solution architecture, and systems engineering methodologies.
  • Familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware ESXi; experience with VMs management using vSphere or similar tools.
  • Strong background in computer networking concepts including DNS, DHCP, VPNs, load balancing techniques, firewalls, and network security best practices.
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash (Unix shell), Python; experience with automation tools like Jenkins or Git for DevOps workflows.
  • Experience working with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure; knowledge of containerization technologies including Kubernetes is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of NoSQL databases such as Cassandra or MongoDB; understanding of RESTful API development and microservices architecture.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; relevant certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, VMware VCP/VCIX are advantageous.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex system issues quickly while maintaining high service availability. Join us to leverage your technical expertise in a vibrant environment where innovation drives success!

Benefits & conditions

$48 - $52 an hour - Permanent, Part-time, Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible schedule, * 401(k)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

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