Burlington Stores, Inc. · 1 day ago
Lead Administrator Linux Systems
Beverly, NJ
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expBurlington Stores, Inc. is seeking a Lead Administrator for Linux Systems to manage and maintain Linux-based systems within their organization. The role involves ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of Linux servers while collaborating with IT teams to provide technical support and troubleshoot issues.
ApparelE-CommerceRetail
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and related software
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, ensuring high availability and reliability
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement Linux-based solutions that meet business needs
Implement and maintain security measures to protect Linux systems from unauthorized access and ensure compliance with industry regulations
Perform regular system backups and disaster recovery procedures to minimize data loss and maintain business continuity
Automate system tasks using scripting languages such as Bash or Python to streamline processes and improve efficiency
Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls to ensure proper system security and data integrity
Install, configure, and maintain network services, including DNS, DHCP, and LDAP
Collaborate with software developers, application teams, system analysts, and vendors to troubleshoot and resolve software compatibility issues on Linux platforms
Evaluate and recommend hardware and software upgrades to improve system performance and scalability
Install, configure, and maintain VMware components, such as ESXi hosts, clusters, vSphere and running guests
Conduct routine hardware and software audits of servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
Create and maintain system documentation, standard operating procedures, and disaster recovery plans; and promote best practices
The ability to work independently, run a project, develop plans, send communications, and execute it end-to-end
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related field or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience as a Linux Engineer or a similar role
Strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, including Red Hat, SUSE, or other common distributions
Expertise in Linux command-line interface (CLI), shell scripting (bash, Python, Perl, etc...)
Experience with configuration management and automation tools, such as Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, etc…
Knowledge of cloud platforms, such as Azure, GCP or AWS
Strong understanding of vSphere or similar virtualization technologies, compute, hardware and server management
Familiarity with networking concepts, protocols, and services, including TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, NTP, and VPN
Knowledge of storage technologies, such as RAID, SAN, and NAS
Knowledge of backup technologies, such as Veeam and Rubrik
Familiarity and experience with building and maintaining RPMs and other Linux package types
Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools like Datadog, Dynatrace, Nagios or SolarWinds
Understanding of security best practices and experience in implementing security measures on Linux systems
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to quickly identify and resolve technical issues
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams within IT and other business units
Strong communication skills to effectively communicate technical concepts and solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to adapt to new technologies and stay updated with industry trends and advancements
Preferred
Relevant certifications such as Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
Experience in DevOps working with containers, Docker, and Kubernetes
Experience with configuring, deploying LUNs, and other storage array level management
Experience working with NAS platforms, managing NFS, SMB, and CIFS exports
Experience with configuring, tuning, and troubleshooting Oracle Databases running on Linux servers in both single instances and RAC clusters
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
401(k) plan
Company
Burlington Stores, Inc.
Burlington Stores, Inc., headquartered in New Jersey, is a nationally recognized off-price retailer.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2013-10-07IPO
2006-01-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Travis Marquette
President, Chief Operating Officer
Durand Guion
Senior Vice President, Fashion
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