Richmond , Virginia
|Remote, Hybrid
|Contract
Richmond, Virginia
|Remote, Hybrid
|Contract
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.
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All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.