Systems Administrator II - Linux

Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines
Des Moines, IA, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$81,480.0 - $96,758.0
Working hours
Shift work
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows IBM System I Microsoft Online Services Software as a Service Linux Disaster Recovery Web Servers Hypervisor Networking Hardware Internet Security Storage Area Network (SAN) Network Troubleshooting
+19 more
Linux Servers Windows Servers Windows PowerShell Red Hat Enterprise Linux Cloud Services Microsoft SharePoint Software Systems System Software Trusted Systems Software Vulnerability Management Backup and Restore Scripting Enterprise Software Applications Load Balancing Firewalls (Computer Science) Information Technology Hardware Infrastructure Network Server Vmware

Job description

  • Support existing applications and projects by responding to incidents, problems, and service requests.
  • Operate in accordance with the Bank’s control processes and follow IT guidelines.
  • Install operating system software, patches, and upgrades.
  • Support the organizations vulnerability management and patching efforts.
  • Perform routine on-call rotation.
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve system hardware, software, and networking issues, involving third-party vendor support as needed for quick resolution of problems.
  • Configure, optimize, fine-tune, and monitor operating system software, servers, storage, virtualization software, and network devices.
  • Assist with integration of cloud application and infrastructure services into existing IT systems.
  • Ensure infrastructure and cloud services align to IT roadmaps; understand and convey potential impact to Bank services and architecture.
  • Perform system backups and recovery.
  • Secure systems to meet corporate standards and best practices.
  • Perform root cause analysis for service interruption recovery and recommend preventative measures.
  • Assist with development and maintenance of disaster recovery processes and procedures.
  • Assist with development and maintenance of infrastructure configuration, documentation, processes, standards, and procedures.
  • Manage administrative tasks related to the position and comply with Bank policies and procedures.
  • Manage departmental internal controls and regulatory issues.
  • Support the Banks Red Hat Enterprise Linux environment.

Requirements

Do you have experience in Windows Server administration?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, Administer and manage the operations of computer systems related to servers, virtualization, storage, network, and support software infrastructure for the Bank. The primary focus for this position is on the efficiency, stability, and resiliency of the Bank’s technical infrastructure. Systems administrators should possess strong problem-solving, analytical, and communications skills, in addition to in-depth technical knowledge of systems hardware and software., * Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.

  • 3+ years’ experience in a corporate environment with IBMi, Windows, or Linux servers, storage area networks, and/or network firewalls, switches, load balancers, and other network equipment
  • Experience with VMware or other hypervisors.
  • Experience with enterprise backup/restore, email servers, web servers, SharePoint, and/or other enterprise applications.
  • Experience with Microsoft Cloud solutions (M365, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive) is a plus.
  • Experience with Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks is a plus.
  • Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) is a plus.
  • Strong verbal and written communications skills that promote effective working relationships in a team-oriented environment
  • Experience with scripting languages, especially Windows PowerShell, is desired
  • Ability to positively engage, self-motivate, and possess a strong desire to learn.
  • Ability to complete tasks within set project and budgetary parameters and targets.

Benefits & conditions

4.24.2 out of 5 stars Des Moines, IA Hybrid work $81,480 - $96,758 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays, Annual Salary: $81,480.00 - $96,758.00

This salary range represents the Bank’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of hire. Offer to be determined by selected applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills & abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. This role is also eligible to participate in the Bank’s annual incentive plan.

As part of our competitive Total Rewards package, the Bank offers 11 paid holidays, 5 weeks of PTO and a work culture that values work/life balance. Most roles are eligible for our hybrid work schedule. We match 100% of the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) and provide an additional 4% non-discretionary contribution to your 401(k) at the end of year. More information on our Total Rewards program can be found here.

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