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Richmond , Virginia

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Remote, Hybrid

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Contract

Richmond, Virginia

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Remote, Hybrid

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Contract

Job ID 73818|Posted Mar 16, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION

Join our team as a dynamic Systems Administrator, where your expertise in Linux administration will be pivotal in maintaining a stable and secure computing environment. This role begins remotely and may transition to hybrid or onsite, offering flexibility and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct essential system administrator tasks such as infrastructure upkeep, troubleshooting, and problem resolution.
  • Implement system upgrades and patches efficiently to maintain optimal performance.
  • Assess and address system vulnerabilities, ensuring a secure and stable environment for clients.
  • Engage in disaster recovery exercises to support system resilience.
  • Analyze historical incidents to forecast potential issues, employing proactive solutions.
  • Develop and apply automation for lifecycle and configuration management.
  • Contribute to the on-call rotation to provide continuous support.

Skills

  • Proficient in RedHat Linux administration.
  • Experienced in leveraging Satellite and VMware for system operations.
  • Strong troubleshooting capabilities to resolve complex issues.
  • Skilled in scripting for task automation and efficiency improvements.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Ansible for system automation and orchestration.
  • Knowledge of Git for effective source code management.
  • Familiarity with RedHat High Availability Cluster for system reliability.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and tools such as Jira.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and celebrate diversity as a core principle at Horizontal. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.

Horizontal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.

All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

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