Unix System Administrator

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Itasca IL, United States Forbes Technical Consulting Full time

Title: Linux/Unix Administrator Location: Itasca, IL (4 days onsite) Type: 24+ month contract Domestic and International Travel required: 20-25% US Citizens and GCH encouraged to apply (this opportunity does not offer sponsorship now or in the future) The Linux/Unix Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of Linux and Unix-based systems within the organization's IT infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, security, and optimal performance of all Linux/Unix servers, supporting critical applications and services. The administrator will work with a variety of operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, and Ubuntu. Responsibilities: Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems on physical and virtual servers. Support system integration efforts related to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including infrastructure consolidation, data migration, and application alignment across acquired entities. Apply system patches, upgrades, and security updates in a timely manner to reduce vulnerabilities. Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as needed. Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations and operational procedures. Implement and maintain system security measures, including user permissions, access controls, and firewall configurations. Monitor system and application logs to detect and respond to potential threats or security breaches. Ensure the Linux/Unix infrastructure complies with all relevant security standards and company policies. Proactively monitor system performance, availability, and resource utilization to ensure high availability. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, networking, and system operations. Provide third-level support to end-users and other IT teams to address complex issues. Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl to improve efficiency. Perform regular system backups and develop disaster recovery plans. Contact: Ashley Falkenberg - Senior Recruiting Consultant Forbes Technical Consulting ajones@forbestc.com



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