Lynker · 16 hours ago
Senior Linux Systems Administrator
Hancock County, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expLynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. They are seeking a talented Senior Linux Systems Administrator to manage servers processing data from a global network of buoys and ensure system reliability and compliance with security requirements.
EducationEnvironmental ConsultingGovernmentInformation TechnologyWater
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain all Linux-based servers and clients located on premises and in an AWS cloud environment
Follow system administration best practices
Patch and configure systems in compliance with NOAA security requirements
Upgrade operating systems in advance of end-of-support dates
Support software development efforts
Deploy software application updates for both COTS as well as internal applications
Plan and implement migration of local systems to a cloud environment, where possible, in a cost-effective manner
Ensure reliable system and data backups
Manage/maintain server certificates
Maintain Red Hat Enterprise Linux subscriptions
Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as required
Participate in a rotation to provide 24x7x365 on-call support for the primary IT mission essential data processing, applications, and functions to support the continuity of operations of the NDBC information system
Support IT architecture improvements to ensure continuity of operations for primary mission Essential Functions And The Flow Of Data
Support the annual NDBC IT Assessment and Authorization (A&A) audits through security patching and security-minded configuration updates; actively address changes needed as a result of Plan of Action & Milestones (POAM) requirements; help ensure NDBC maintains its Authority to Operate (ATO)
Communicate/brief upcoming maintenance efforts and/or anticipated impacts to stakeholders
Implement strategies to automate routine administration tasks
Maintain and monitor data center environmental equipment
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience preferred, in the installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of IT system hardware and software and related IT infrastructure
Bachelors of Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent, OR, experience may be considered as an equivalent
Demonstrated advanced knowledge and experience supporting Red Hat Linux, Apache, Tomcat, drivers, applications, vulnerabilities, security requirements and postures, quarterly STIG updates
Knowledge of AWS solutions and migration of Linux systems is considered a plus
An understanding of programming languages, such as Java, Python, PHP, and Perl
Experience in installing and maintaining system hardware, operating systems, software systems, network systems, security systems
Experience applying OS patches and upgrades on a regular basis, and upgrades of administrative tools and utilities; configuring, adding, and removing services as necessary
Experience implementing automation to streamline recurring system administration tasks is highly preferred; experience with scripting languages
Experience with AWS lamda, containers, EC2 instances is desirable
Able to work autonomously and take initiative in identifying areas for improvements and proposing solutions
Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and stakeholders
Must be able to successfully complete a NOAA (Stennis Space Center)/NASA background investigation for site/system access
This position supports a long term Federal Government contract, and REQUIRES, either US Citizenship OR a Greencard, in order to be eligible
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Company
Lynker
Lynker provides innovative solutions to support global environmental security and economic prosperity.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Joe Linza
Founder and CEO
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