Forbes Technical Consulting ยท 1 day ago
Unix System Administrator
Itasca, IL
Contract
Onsite
Mid LevelForbes Technical Consulting is seeking a Linux/Unix Administrator to manage the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux and Unix-based systems. The role focuses on ensuring the stability, security, and optimal performance of all Linux/Unix servers within the organization's IT infrastructure.
ConsultingProfessional ServicesStaffing Agency
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Ashley Falkenberg
Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems on physical and virtual servers
Support system integration efforts related to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including infrastructure consolidation, data migration, and application alignment across acquired entities
Apply system patches, upgrades, and security updates in a timely manner to reduce vulnerabilities
Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as needed
Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations and operational procedures
Implement and maintain system security measures, including user permissions, access controls, and firewall configurations
Monitor system and application logs to detect and respond to potential threats or security breaches
Ensure the Linux/Unix infrastructure complies with all relevant security standards and company policies
Proactively monitor system performance, availability, and resource utilization to ensure high availability
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, networking, and system operations
Provide third-level support to end-users and other IT teams to address complex issues
Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl to improve efficiency
Perform regular system backups and develop disaster recovery plans
Qualification
Required
Installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of Linux and Unix-based systems
Stability, security, and optimal performance of Linux/Unix servers
Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, and Ubuntu
Support system integration efforts related to mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Apply system patches, upgrades, and security updates
Ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization
Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations and operational procedures
Implement and maintain system security measures
Monitor system and application logs for potential threats or security breaches
Ensure compliance with security standards and company policies
Proactively monitor system performance, availability, and resource utilization
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, networking, and system operations
Provide third-level support to end-users and other IT teams
Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl
Perform regular system backups and develop disaster recovery plans
Company
Forbes Technical Consulting
Forbes Technical Consulting provides IT staffing for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire openings.
Founded in 1999
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase