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# Sr. Systems Administrator

- **Company:** OpenText
- **Location:** Tinton Falls, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $87,800.0 - $131,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Apache HTTP Server, Apache Tomcat, Software Applications, Application Services, Bash Shell, VoIP, Cluster Analysis, Computer Networks, Databases, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Perl (Programming Language), Monitoring of Systems, Apache Hypertext Transfer Protocol Server, WildFly (JBoss AS), Python (Programming Language), Network Security, PostgreSQL, Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, MySQL, Nginx, Open Source Technology, Ansible, Ruby, Shell Script, Solaris (Operating System), TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Web Applications, Zabbix, Scripting, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Load Balancing, System Availability, Sybase, Firewalls (Computer Science), Git, OpenText, Database Replication, Vmware
- **Published:** October 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18689563/Sr-Systems-Administrator-New-Jersey-Tinton-Falls

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree. Equivalent work-related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
 * Strong knowledge of Solaris and Linux operating system
 * Strong knowledge of common web application environments, such as SMTP, FTP, MQ, JBoss, Apache httpd, Apache Tomcat, Nginx, etc.
 * Strong knowledge of and interest in system/network security and understanding of data protection and encryption techniques
 * Good understanding of High Availability and Disaster Recovery, including clustering and data replication techniques
 * Good understanding of network communications (i.e. TCP/IP, Firewalls, Load Balancers, VoIP, etc.)
 * Intermediate knowledge of shell scripting and good knowledge of at least one language that can be used for scripting, such as Perl/Python/Bash/PHP/Ruby or similar
 * Intermediate knowledge of Windows server operating system
 * Intermediate level experience in DevOps tools (Ansible, Git, etc.)
 * Intermediate level experience in AWS and GCP deployments and support
 * Intermediate level experience working with virtualization platforms including VMware
 * Practical knowledge working with monitoring (HP OMi, Zabbix or similar)
 * Practical knowledge of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Sybase)
 * Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
 * Must be self motivating and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.
 * Demonstrate constant initiative and good judgment.

## Description

As a Sr. Systems Administrator, you will provide support for several of OpenText's commercial cloud-based messaging platforms, with a focus on application services running on Solaris, Linux and Windows based systems., * Evaluation, planning, configuration, and installation of all internally developed and third party commercial & open-source application software in our test and production environments, and where possible, automate the installation of these tasks.

 * Participate in assigned short and long term projects that vary in size, scope and complexity, where interaction with internal and external organizations/clients/vendors is required.
 * Performs and manages continuous system monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all systems and key processes
 * Rapidly recovers system failures to ensure high service availability. Identifies and escalates situations requiring urgent attention.
 * Respond to and troubleshoot/resolve assigned incident tickets
 * Share in the daytime and after hours on-call support rotation (during both business and off-hours)
 * Take part in the monthly and quarterly scheduled night or weekend maintenance work
 * Write and maintain system procedural and process documentation.
 * Report and address security incidents, outages, vulnerabilities, etc. in accordance with OpenText's security guidelines
 * Actively participate in the establishment and maintenance of our PCI, HiTrust SOC and other certifications
 * Stay informed on changes in technology and within the computer industry and keep current on security protocols., AI Usage Disclosure: As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.