Linux Administrator Job

Linux Administrator needed for a contract opportunity with Yoh's client located in Folscom CA.

The Big Picture - Top Skills Should You Possess:

- System Administration

What You'll Be Doing:

- Linux OS installations and basic configuration
- Hardware landings- systems are racked, powered, have network access, appropriate hard disk configurations, enabled for remote access, etc.
- Hardware troubleshooting- resolving boot time and performance issues with various Linux kernels
- Participation in daily status update meetings

What You Need to Bring to the Table:

- Strong knowledge of - Virtualization Tecnology including - VMWare ESX(i), Citrix Administration Skills and Netscaler.
- Minimum three to five (3-5) years experience with Windows and IInux (UNIX) server administration including Active Directory, Domain Name Services and DHCP.
- Expertise in administration of IIS (Internet Information Server) and Apache Web Servers including installation, configuration, monitoring, upgrade and Web Application installation.
- Knowledge of computer diagnostics and installation, to include hardware/software troubleshooting and networking
- Demonstrated experience working with infrastructure related components such as running network cables, installing servers in equipment racks
- Familiarity with the operation and configuration of networking protocols, network interface card installation, switches , routers and similar components
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment and offer effective solutions under tight deadlines
- Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
- Ability to work after hours support on a rotating schedule
- Must be capable of IIfting 1U and 2U rack mounted servers up to 40 pounds and familiar with the use of Rack Jacks and general data center safety procedures
- Follow written and/or - Verbal instructions for custom operating system and application installs
- Maintaining and auditing Iab assets and routine inventory control
- Additional Skills and or education:
- Capable of Iearning and using custom built asset and inventory tracking software (training will be provided)
- Knowledge of data center power system i.e. PDU, 120/240v would be helpful
- Knowledge of wire and cable management would be a plus
- Knowledge of IP-KVM would be a plus

What are you waiting for? Apply Now!

Recruiter: Erwin deGuzman

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Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.

J2W: INFOTECH

Tax Term: CON_W2

Ref: 1051503

Branch: IT & Telecom