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Sierra Space · 3 weeks ago

Sr Linux Administrator (Contract)

Louisville, CO

Full-time, Contract

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company that builds missions and systems to keep the world secure above Earth. The Linux Administrator will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Linux servers and systems, ensuring their stability and integrity to support core organizational functions.

Advanced MaterialsAerospaceIndustrial ManufacturingSpace TravelTransportation

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and servers and related hardware

Monitor system performance and ensure reliability and availability

Perform regular system updates, patches, and security configurations

Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls

Automate routine tasks using shell scripts and other scripting languages

Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and network issues

Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies

Ensure compliance with security policies and procedures

Collaborate with other IT team members to support infrastructure projects

Work closely with the Application team and Development team to provide any required hardware support

Build prototype systems for demo and testing

Provide platform infrastructure support

Provide general business application support

Maintain detailed inventory of Business Area automation

Maintain documentation of network server configurations, application licensing agreements, and other third party software installed

Document system configurations, procedures, and changes

Perform on call after hours support as part of the rotation

Qualification

Linux operating systemsScripting languagesNetwork protocolsVirtualization technologiesRelevant certificationsCloud platformsConfiguration managementContainerization technologiesInfrastructure as codeProblem-solving skillsCommunication abilitiesTeamwork abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

10 plus years proven experience as a Linux Administrator or similar role

In-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu)

Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python)

Familiarity with network protocols and services (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP)

Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware)

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Relevant certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE) are a plus

Preferred

Experience with cloud platforms, AWS and Azure

Knowledge of configuration management tool, Puppet

Experience with setting up build-machines and software development support

Experience with Red Hat Satellite Server

Experience with Red Hat IdM

Experience with Artifactory and repos such as Python and Conda

Understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, Singularity)

Familiarity with database management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL)

Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation

Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)

Familiarity with database management systems (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL)

Knowledge of storage technologies (SAN, NAS, DAS)

Familiarity with cloud storage solutions like AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage

Experience working in aerospace industry and Mission Control

Company

Sierra Space

Sierra Space is a commercial space company that specializes in the development of advanced space technologies and solutions. It is a sub-organization of Sierra Nevada Corporation.

Founded in 2021

Louisville, Colorado, USA

1001-5000 employees