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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # File Transfer System Admnistrator - **Company:** Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond - **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $104,300.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, CentOS, Configuration Management, Computer Networks, Databases, System Configuration, IBM DB2, Software Debugging, Disaster Recovery, File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Electronic Data Interchange (EDI), Perl (Programming Language), File Transfer, File Transfer Protocol (FTP) SSL Extension, Monitoring of Systems, Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP), Python (Programming Language), Korn Shell, PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, Nagios, Oracle (Applications), Public Key Infrastructure, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Ruby, Runbook, Shell Script, TCP/IP, Scripting, Google Cloud, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Load Balancing, System Availability, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Splunk, Software Version Control, Docker, Elk Stack, Vulnerability Analysis, IBM Sterling Suite - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://rb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/FRS/job/Richmond-VA/File-Transfer-System-Admnistrator_R-0000032863-1 ## About the Role File Transfer Platforms (Mandatory) * 5+ years of hands-on experience administering IBM Sterling Connect:Direct * 3+ years of experience with IBM Sterling Secure File Gateway (SFG) * Proficiency in IBM Sterling Secure Proxy (SSP) administration * Strong experience with Axway Secure Transfer (SecureTransport/CFT) * Understanding of file transfer protocols: FTP, SFTP, FTPS, HTTP/HTTPS, AS2, PeSIT Operating Systems & Scripting (Mandatory) * Advanced proficiency in Linux/Unix administration (RHEL, CentOS, or similar) * Strong shell scripting skills (Bash, KSH, or similar) * Experience with file system management, permissions, and networking in Linux environments Automation Tools (Desirable) * Working knowledge of Ansible for configuration management * Ability to create and maintain Ansible playbooks * Familiarity with version control systems (Git) Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Sterling File Gateway B2B integrations and partner management * Knowledge of IBM Sterling Control Center for monitoring * Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) * Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) * Certifications in IBM Sterling products or Linux administration * Experience with monitoring tools (Nagios, Splunk, ELK stack) * Knowledge of database basics (Oracle, DB2, PostgreSQL) Technical Competencies * Strong understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancers) * Experience with SSL/TLS certificates and PKI infrastructure * Knowledge of scripting languages beyond shell (Python, Perl, Ruby - plus) * Ability to read and interpret system logs and debug complex issues * Understanding of ITIL processes and change management Soft Skills * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently and as part of a team * Strong organizational and time management skills * Customer service oriented mindset * Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment * Flexibility to provide after-hours support when required Education * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field * Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of degree ## Description We are seeking an experienced File Transfer System Administrator to manage and maintain our enterprise file transfer infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for administering multiple secure file transfer platforms, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient data exchange across the organization and with external partners., Platform Administration * Administer and maintain IBM Sterling Connect:Direct (CD), Secure File Gateway (SFG), and Sterling Secure Proxy (SSP) environments * Manage and support Axway Secure Transfer infrastructure * Monitor file transfer activities and ensure successful completion of scheduled transfers * Perform system configurations, upgrades, patches, and maintenance activities * Troubleshoot and resolve file transfer failures and platform issues * Maintain high availability and disaster recovery capabilities Operations & Support * Provide on-call support for production file transfer systems * Respond to and resolve incidents within defined SLA timeframes * Implement and maintain file transfer workflows and automation * Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures * Collaborate with application teams to onboard new file transfer requirements * Perform root cause analysis for recurring issues and implement preventive measures Automation & Scripting * Develop and maintain shell scripts for automation of routine tasks * Utilize Ansible for configuration management and deployment automation * Create monitoring scripts and alerts for proactive system management * Automate file transfer processes and reporting Security & Compliance * Implement and maintain security controls for file transfer systems * Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and industry regulations * Manage certificates, keys, and authentication mechanisms * Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments * Participate in security incident response activities ## Related Videos - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) - [Coroutine explained yet again 60 years later](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/690-coroutine-explained-yet-again-60-years-later) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Best Companies to work for in London: Top 25 Companies in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/187-best-companies-to-work-for-in-london-top-25-companies-in-2023)