Linux System Administrator/ Playa Vista CA, 5+ Months Contract

Job Description

Only USC *first several weeks it will be daily onsite, then hybrid work will be available (3 days onsite, 2 days offsite). Daily schedule 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Job Title: Linux Systems Admin

Location: Playa Vista CA 90094



Job Description
Linux Systems Administrator with an advanced level understanding and experience with systems administration, networking, system virtualization, cloud computing, backups, Linux OS, mac OS, network storage, load balancer, and associated hardware platforms to join its IT department, working in a dynamic, fast-paced and complex heterogeneous technical environment.


This position will maintain, upgrade, and provide support for the Institute's back-end systems and networks. The Linux System Administrator needs to be able to diagnose and resolve problems quickly, should be able to communicate technical concerns and solutions to many different people with varying degrees of technical knowledge as well as work with individuals in all departments to help solve their technical issues. He/she needs to be able to lead IT projects from inception to completion with little supervision. This position will serve as a mentor to junior system administrators and there will be infrequent Helpdesk tasks as needed.



Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering
• Advanced knowledge on Linux system administration
• Ability to effectively communicate and translate requirements into concrete tasks
• Technical writing to building engineering guides and general how-to articles
• Advanced troubleshooting skills, must be an excellent troubleshooter in a complex and heterogeneous environment
• Effective and clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Capacity to work with a wide variety of technical issues, solve day-to-day technical escalated helpdesk tickets
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Self-starter with the initiative and ability to complete tasks under minimal supervision.
• Ability to multitask.



Preferred Experience and skills:
• Five (5) + years Linux advance level administration experience
• Working knowledge of Cloud services, Azure, AWS, GCP, MS Intune
• Enterprise storage management experience (NetApp, EMC, Tegile)
• Compliance and Governance understanding (PCI, PII, HIPAA, DFARS)
• Strong awareness of networking and internet protocols, including TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, and distributed networks.
• Familiarity with Security Assessment Tools and Security Frameworks (NIST, ISO, NMAP, Nessus, Rapid7)
• VMware ESX administration experience
• Backup system architectures and management - Commvault experience preferable
• Working experience supporting LAMP, confluence, jira, trac, SVN, GIT, JAMF, Zendesk
• Experience in architecting and supporting HPC system - SLURM



Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with other personnel on technical projects for the advancement of IT services and capabilities
• Provides guidance and direction to lower level staff.
• Provides analytical and technical expertise on system integration, installation, replacement and upgrades of servers and operating systems.
• Recommends changes to improve systems and network configurations and determines hardware or software requirements related to such changes.
• Oversees, maintains and administers computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
• Monitors systems, servers, and auxiliary devices for performance and security. Determines whether adjustments need to be made and confers with technical support staff and vendors as appropriate. Identifies changes that need to be made in the future.
• Leads troubleshooting; identifies hardware and software problems in a timely manner; resolves routine problems, replaces defective components and researches resources to identify solutions.
• Coordinates data backups, disaster recovery operations, repairs and/or recovery of systems.
• Designs, configures, and tests computer hardware, networking software and operating system software.
• Assigns, modifies, and deletes user accounts and resolves security access problems; maintains integrity of the security system.
• Develops and maintains appropriate system documentation. Formulates standards for system management.
• Works with vendors to maintain appropriate level of support.
• Consults with users on project requests or for problem resolution. Develops solutions, designs and specifications to satisfy user needs.
• Participates in development and documentation of internal operating policies and procedures. Assists in development and dissemination of policies and procedures for users. Provides interpretation as required.
• Plans, designs, and conducts specialized end user training for groups or individuals.
• Stays informed of new developments and technologies by reading journals and other pertinent publications, maintaining contact with vendors, and participating in professional organizations, meetings and seminars
• End-user support as needed