As a Linux systems administrator I, you will deploy, configure, and maintain Linux servers in physical and virtual environments using automation tools and custom-built scripts. You will monitor system performance to troubleshoot issues, perform system backups and recovery, and manage user accounts, file storage, and permissions. Among other duties, you will install, configure, and maintain software applications. Additionally, you will collaborate with team members on projects and initiatives and document projects and customizations for future reference.

The ideal candidate possesses excellent problem-solving skills and can grow within a dynamic team environment.

Minimum qualifications:      

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
• At least one year of professional experience in Linux systems administration
• Experience with shell scripting and automation tools (e.g. Bash and Ansible)
• Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols

Preferred qualifications:      

• Working knowledge of server kickstart process using TFTP, DHCP, and DNS for RHEL based Linux OS
• Experience in configuring, deploying and monitoring a LAMP stack
• Knowledge of programming in either Perl, Python, or PHP and of cloud compute and systems virtualization
• Basic knowledge of working with and querying MySQL database
  
  

Certificates, licenses, and registrations:  

• Red Hat certification 

Travel required:  

• Less than 10%

Work hours: The university work week is Sunday through Saturday. Most offices are open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. To accommodate business needs, employees may be assigned to other workdays and/or hours, including weekends and evenings.       

ADA tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.