American Mathematical Society · 3 months ago
Senior Linux & VMware System Administrator
Providence, RI, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expThe American Mathematical Society (AMS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing research and connecting the global mathematical community. The Senior Linux & VMware System Administrator is responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and resilience of AMS Linux servers and VMware environments, managing their deployment, troubleshooting, and optimization to meet business application requirements.
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Responsibilities
Manage deployment, administration, troubleshooting, and optimization of Linux servers (primarily Ubuntu)
Take ownership of VMware vSphere/vCenter environments, including installation, upgrades, patching, monitoring, backup, and recovery
Perform routine operating system and application maintenance to maintain secure, reliable server and virtualization environments
Monitor and analyze performance/trends for storage, server capacity, and resource allocation, providing recommendations for improvement
Develop, execute, and document procedures for business continuity and disaster recovery related to Linux and VMware systems, including backups
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or virtualization issues; replace or coordinate replacement of components as needed
Plan and execute on new system hardware/software implementations for Linux and VMware environments and maintain technical documentation
Consult with users, management, and vendors regarding system requirements and technology solutions
Research new Linux, virtualization, and storage products, making recommendations to management
Participate in managing relationships with relevant technology vendors
Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and proactively
Respond to user and team requests using help desk system
Other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent, plus at least ten years of relevant experience preferred
Expert knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu preferred) system administration, storage provisioning, backup and recovery
Expert working knowledge of VMware (vSphere, vCenter) multicluster management and administration
Deep experience with virtualization, provisioning, patch management, and disaster recovery
Scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, etc.) for automation and reporting
Knowledge of SSH, Samba, MySQL, Apache, Tomcat server administration
Project management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and documentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong customer service orientation
Conscientious resource management and judgment
Preferred
Familiarity with Windows server environments is a plus
Benefits
9.5% employer contribution to 403(a) Retirement Plan
100% employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Medical and dental coverage with employer cost share
Voluntary vision, Life/AD&D, and Long-term Care Insurance available through payroll deduction
12 paid holidays
Generous paid time off
Technology equipment reimbursement for applicable roles
Tuition reimbursement
Company
American Mathematical Society
The American Mathematical Society is an association of professional mathematicians.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Ashley Northington, MPA
(Interim) Chief External Relations Officer
Lucy Maddock MBA CMA
Chief Financial Officer and Associate Executive Director
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