Senior Linux Administrator **$5,000 sign on bonus**

Company: ECS Federal, LLC
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

ECS is seeking a Senior Linux Administrator to work in our Albuquerque, NM office.

**$5,000 sign on bonus**

Job Description:

ECS is looking for a Senior Linux Administrator, providing support for a major national laboratory in Albuquerque, NM!



As a Senior Linux Administrator, you will be working with the Science & Engineering Computing Environment Services team. This team provides computing capabilities and in-depth support for scientific and engineering applications. The team builds and maintains user environments, delivers subject matter expert support, and application-level software and tools to the scientific and engineering communities.



The candidate will need an extensive background in Linux server administration and issue resolution along with strong hardware/software troubleshooting skills. Experience with Bash shell scripting. Experience/knowledge working with Containers. And finally, knowledge and understanding of best practices and IT operations.



DAY-TO-DAY ACTIVITES/TASKS INCLUDE:

Perform Linux Administration duties
Perform installations and patching of Linux operating systems
Assist customers with the installation and updates of applications
Install software and troubleshoot software install issues
Monitor systems and preform hardware troubleshooting, tracking, resolution, and routine maintenance and security updates
Perform system backups and provide data recovery



Required Skills:

BS/BA degree with a minimum two years' experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting
Proven track record of problem solving using strong critical thinking, analytical and troubleshooting skills
Strong technical aptitude and ability to research and solve complex issues independently
Minimum two years' experience with Linux (RedHat or Ubuntu) and are capable of OS installation, network configuration, and package/patch management
Working knowledge and experience with bash shell scripting and other languages (Python, Perl, or Ruby)
Experience with Ansible and Ansible playbook creation
Ability to work seamlessly within a team as an active contributor
Strong verbal and written customer service and communications skills
Knowledge of, and desire to follow IT Operations best practices and procedures such as issue management and incident response
Familiar with information security best practices



Desired Skills:

Experience writing documentation for internal processes and customer facing products and services



ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.



ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3000+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

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