Greetings,
We have the below requirement with our Client. Kindly go through the JD below and let me know your interest.
Position: Linux/Windows Administrator
Location: Dallas, TX (5 Days onsite)
Duration: Long Term Contract
Any VISA is Fine.
LinkedIn & Passport Number Must for Submission.
Rate: $50/hr on c2c
Candidates should primary will be Linux and then Middleware and then if he can be basic on Windows.
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
- Candidate should have experience as a Linux (SUSE/RedHat/Ubuntu) and Windows Systems Administrator
- Candidate should have experience in maintaining VMWare infrastructure and working with VMware NSX-T environment.
- Experience with the below activities is a must as a Linux and Windows server administrator:
- Experience installing and maintaining OS, development software, and security tools.
- Experience patching OS/software using automated tools (BladeLogic, Yum)
- Create and maintain user and computer accounts and modify file permissions and security access lists.
- Experience with vulnerability management on Windows and Linux Systems
- Manage and maintain Linux and Windows servers, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security.
- Develop and implement patch management strategies for Linux and Windows systems to mitigate vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with security policies.
- Deploy patches and updates in a timely manner across the infrastructure while minimizing disruption to operations.
- Monitor patching processes and systems for any issues or failures, troubleshooting and resolving them promptly.
- Collaborate with the IT security team to identify and prioritize critical patches and updates.
- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and scans on Linux and Windows servers to identify potential risks.
- Document patch management processes, procedures, and configurations.
- Provide technical support and assistance to other team members as needed.
- Stay updated with industry trends, best practices, and new patch management and system administration technologies.
- Participate in on-call rotation and respond to system emergencies and outages outside of regular business hours.
- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, including ESXi and VCenter configuration), networking, and storage will be an added advantage.
- Candidate should be good at handling Incident and Service requests assigned to the team.
- Candidate should have participated in disaster recovery and business continuity tests and should be able to troubleshoot issues that may be encountered.
- Candidate should be able to coordinate with Application Developers/Support Team in analyzing and troubleshooting issues.
- Work under minimal direction and independently determine and develop approaches to complex IT solutions.
- Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed to meet the client's requirements.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
- Proven experience as a Linux and Windows Administrator, with a focus on patch management.
- Strong Linux and Windows operating systems knowledge, including system administration, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Experience with patch management tools such as BladeLogic and Linux patch management solutions for SUSE / RedHat/ Ubuntu.
- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) for automation tasks related to patching.
- Solid understanding of network protocols, security principles, and best practices.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, CompTIA Linux+ or similar, are a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
- Understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) framework principles.
- Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V.
Thanks & Regards
Srujan Burra
Email: srujan@sourcemantra.com
Source Mantra Inc | www.sourcemantra.com
295 Durham Ave, Suite # 201, South Plainfield, NJ 07080
Certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)