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SENIOR linux admin / ONSITE IN SOUTH JERSEY/ DOD

Morristown , New Jersey

Onsite

Contract

$60/hr - $65/hr

A highly motivated Senior System Administrator is needed to join our DOD client's dynamic team in Mooristown, New Jersey. Being a pioneer in our field, they place a high importance on creativity, quality, and ongoing development. This is a fantastic opportunity in a reputable business.

Responsibilities:

• Lead technically on projects, documenting results and observations to enhance ongoing improvements.

• Execute hands-on technical tasks involving Linux servers and desktops.

• Handle escalated support tickets, diagnosing software, hardware, and networking issues.

• Perform Linux system upkeep and software installations.

• Set up IT hardware, services, configurations, directories, and storage to meet standards and project criteria.

• Apply monthly security patches as necessary.

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for installation, setup, and issue resolution procedures.

• Manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities to accommodate customer demands.

• Provide proactive support to management regarding technology strategies, process enhancements, and implementations.

• Monitor the performance and health of laboratories, assist users, and enforce IT policies.

• Develop operational procedures for lab use and support, identifying opportunities for process enhancement, tool improvement, and automation.

• Contribute to crafting a vision and strategy for non-production environments and assist in their implementation.

• Install and set up AFMS products in AFMS lab environments (both on-premises and in the cloud) and at customer locations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.

• U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.

• 5-7 years of related experience.

• Experience with various server types (web, file, license, application, etc.).

• Proficiency in scripting languages (Bash, Python, PERL, etc.).

• Experience with RHEL-based Linux distributions.

• Experience with automation tools (Ansible preferred, Terraform a plus).

• Familiarity with VMware vCenter and vSphere v6.5 or newer.

• Experience with Containers (Docker, Kubernetes) is advantageous.

• Knowledge of networking and TCP/IP.

• Understanding of patch management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Ability to provide excellent customer service and coordinate several concurrent tasks.

• Able to interface with users in a pleasant and tactful manner.

• Self-motivated with the ability to quickly learn new IT technologies.

• Willingness to occasionally work non-standard hours as required.

• A team player with the ability to work well independently with limited direction

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family

• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits

• Vision Benefits

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options

• Paid Sick Time Leave

• Legal and Identity Protection Plans

• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit

• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Posted by: Casey Superfine

Specialization: System Administration