Linux System Administrator

1 yr Contract Pay Rate: $6,500~/month (DOE) We are seeking a motivated System Administrator to support infrastructure operations and engineering initiatives. This role involves hands-on system administration, infrastructure support, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain and optimize IT systems. Infrastructure & System Administration Design and implement system administration solutions for project and operational needs Install, configure, and maintain servers, hardware, storage, and services Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, etc.) Support storage systems (NetApp, Dell/EMC, PureStorage, etc.) Utilize infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible Manage deployment tools (Foreman) and inventory systems (GLPI) Maintain and configure network equipment (Cisco, Mellanox, etc.) Operations & Support Perform system monitoring, log analysis, and ensure system availability Apply security patches and maintain compliance across systems Conduct backup operations and ensure data integrity Monitor security systems and respond to potential threats Manage user accounts and access controls Troubleshoot hardware/software issues and coordinate resolutions Maintenance & Optimization Apply OS upgrades, patches, and system updates Manage tools such as Jira, Git, LDAP, Jenkins, and VMware environments Perform performance tuning and system optimization Maintain documentation and system procedures Support after-hours or weekend work when required 7+ year of system administration experience in Linux environments Hands-on experience with: Linux systems (CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.) Shell scripting, cron jobs, log analysis User and group management, iptables configuration Exposure to VMware and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Git) preferred Familiarity with networking equipment (Cisco preferred) Understanding of web technologies (SSL, reverse proxy, HTTP, etc.) Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities Excellent communication skills (technical & non-technical) Preferred Certifications: CompTIA Linux+, RHCSA, or RHCE CompTIA Security+ or equivalent Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs Ability to rack/stack servers and move equipment between data centers and labs Candidates should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with enterprise-level infrastructure and tools All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.