Location : Newport News VA 23607
Duration : 12 months Contract
- Maintains smooth operation of multi-user computer systems, including coordination with network administrators.
- Duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts, maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system wide software and allocate mass storage space.
- Interacts with users and evaluates vendor products. Makes recommendations to purchase hardware and software, coordinates installation and provides backup recovery.
- Develops and monitors policies and standards for allocation related to the use of computing resources. 6 Years with Bachelors; 4 Years with Masters
Candidates must have experience in the following:
- Strong Knowledge in UNIX and Linux Operating Systems:
- SUSE, Red Hat, Oracle (SUN) Solaris, IBM AIX, VMware ESX
- Strong Knowledge in physical server design
- Strong Knowledge implementing, patching, and upgrading server operating systems and hardware
- Knowledge in computer security techniques
- Proficient in oral and written communications skills
- Basic level of scripting proficiency in UNIX Shell, Perl or Python
- Other highly desirable experience includes:
- Knowledge in server virtualization (AIX LPARs, Solaris Zones, VMware)
- Certifications (UNIX / Linux SA, Certified Ethical Hacker)