ECS is looking for a Senior Linux Administrator , providing support to our national laboratory customer in Albuquerque, NM .
**5,000 sign on bonus**
As a Senior Linux Administrator, you will work with a team that provides computing capabilities and in-depth support for scientific and engineering applications. The team builds and maintains user environments, delivers subject matter expert support, and application-level software and tools to the scientific and engineering communities.
As a Senior Linux Administrator, you will need an extensive background in Linux server administration and issue resolution along with strong hardware/software troubleshooting skills. Experience with Bash shell scripting, experience/knowledge working with Containers, and finally, knowledge and understanding of best practices and IT operations.
DAY-TO-DAY ACTIVITES/TASKS INCLUDE:

• Perform Linux Administration duties
• Perform installations and patching of Linux operating systems
• Assist customers with the installation and updates of applications
• Install software and troubleshoot software install issues
• Monitor systems and preform hardware troubleshooting, tracking, resolution, and routine maintenance and security updates
• Perform system backups and provide data recovery

• AA/AS degree with a minimum four years' experience with Linux administration and troubleshooting
• Proven track record of problem solving using strong critical thinking, analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Strong technical aptitude and ability to research and solve complex issues independently
• Minimum two years' experience with Linux (RedHat or Ubuntu) and are capable of OS installation, network configuration, and package/patch management
• Working knowledge and experience with bash shell scripting and other languages (Python, Perl, or Ruby)
• Experience with Ansible and Ansible playbook creation
• Ability to work seamlessly within a team as an active contributor
• Strong verbal and written customer service and communications skills
• Knowledge of, and desire to follow IT Operations best practices and procedures such as issue management and incident response
• Familiar with information security best practices