Senior Linux Engineer - (US-NY-New York)
Senior Linux Engineer - (US-NY-New York)
Minimum Education: Bachelors
Job Type: Full Time
Jobcode: ITWJA2
In-depth knowledge of the Linux OS (Redhat EL 4.x, 5.x).
Deep knowledge of system internals (scheduling, memory management, tcp/ip stack, etc.)
In-depth knowledge of LDAP, dns, ntp, kickstart, nfs, dhcp.
Good knowledge of Networking technologies (from systems perspective), Ethernet, Infiniband (IB verbs an added plus), TCP/IP, multicast, vlan tagging, RDMA, etc.
Be able to compile custom Linux kernels and kernel modules.
In-depth knowledge of Kickstart procedures.
Create/maintain kickstart environment for dynamic/reproducible system images.
Scripting Skills: Perl/bash. Some java script. Python knowledge a plus.
BA/BS or ten plus years of experience.
RHCT and RHCE
Responsibilities to include:
Architects Linux based solutions to business needs and requirements. Designs the environment, hardware specifications, and software layers to provide for a reliable, scalable, secure and highly available Linux Systems Environment.
Ability to find gaps in the Linux Environment and to offer a solution. To implement this solution with scripts (Perl/bash). Write scripts for task automation, resource monitoring and performance monitoring.
Works closely with teams of developers, Engineers and Operations to make appropriate infrastructure recommendations based on applications needs.
Develops and maintains documentation related to the design, installation, administration, and maintenance of multiple Linux systems in a distributed computing environment.
Manages system performance, makes recommendations to improve and implement system wide changes to enhance overall system proficiency.
Responsible for designing and maintaining a reliable, scalable, secure and high availability Linux systems environment.
Support offsite disaster recovery efforts by participating in routine disaster recovery tests.
Perform root cause analysis for service interruption recovery; create preventative measures and present to management.
Ensure stability, viability and maintenance of the 24/7 mission-critical production environment.
Work with project managers and technical staff in defining and documenting technical project requirements
Ensure systems adhere to IT security policies
Designs and maintains a repeatable, documented patch deployment methodology for administrators to implement.
Interface with hardware and software support vendors
Results Expected:
Provide Emergency Support on an as needed basis (24 by 7).
Continue to provide and grow role as a LINUX subject matter expert and resource.
Work with minimal direction and be knowledge seeking.
Ability to troubleshoot communications protocols [TCP/IP, Telnet, Ethernet, HTTP, DHCP].
Design and document Linux disaster recovery procedures and practices
Participate in and analyze data for capacity and performance initiatives
Design, document and execute systems tests to complement the technical testing process
Implement Linux security controls
Lead technology based projects
Evaluate new technology
Ability to mentor and supervise junior resources in the absence of an immediate manager.
Drive the implementation of Linux administration best practices.
Function as part of a multi disciplined team responsible for optimizing the systems environment.
Experience with ITIL
Evaluate/ implement system administration automation products
Email resume in Word to TheBigGameHunter@cisny.com. Please include the job code for the position with your resume.
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