Vmware/Linux Systems Admin

VMWARE/LINUX SYSTEMS ADMIN

DETAILS

LOCATION: Corinth, TX

POSITION TYPE: 6M C2H

HOURLY/SALARY: to $45W2/to $90K conversion

NON-LOCAL CANDIDATES: Out of state candidates will be considered, however, there is no relocation reimbursement/assistance being provided at this time. Candidates that are not local to Texas must be willing to incur the travel expenses for interviews and/or relocation, to be considered.

ABOUT THE POSITION

GTN Technical Staffing is currently seeking a VMware/Linux Systems Administrator for a 6M C2H opportunity in Corinth, TX. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator for will be the go-to person responsible for researching, recommending, installing, configuring, and maintaining VMware technology in a multi-platform mission critical environment as well as provide support for the Linux Server environment. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will participate in departmental projects by assisting in the development of project plans, documentation, and task execution. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will perform daily system maintenance tasks and participate in on-call duty. The ideal VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will be experienced with project management principles and be a motivated self starter with attention to detail. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will be a team-oriented performer, focused on the tasks and goals of the organization with excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will need to be very customer service oriented and who always incorporates the view of the end user in technical solutions. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will be analysing technical challenges and developing potential resolutions appropriately; producing and maintaining quality technical documentation and reports; and producing quality, thorough project plans. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will adhere to project plans and recommend plan changes as needed, remains abreast of changes in system software and hardware requirements. The VMware/Linux Systems Administrator will need to be able to work with IT Ops Team as well as other IT teams on projects.

- Install New Computer/Network Systems/Prepare Accompanying Documentation
- Assist in Planning/Designing Computer/Network Systems
- Update/Patch Operating Systems/Software Packages
- Monitor/Administer/Troubleshoot/Repair Server/Network Systems
- Ensure Hardware/Software Licensing Compliance for Server/Storage Systems
- Help Maintain the Backup/Recovery/Storage Systems
- Maintain/Create Server/Storage Documentation
- Establish/Maintain Network Users/User Environment/Directories/Security, etc.
- Provide Advanced Support on Helpdesk Server/Storage Issues

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of experience in the following skill sets

- Network Server/Systems Administration
- Windows 2003/2008 System/Server Administration
- Linux Enterprise Server/Systems Administration
- VMware Server Systems Administration
- Deployment of VMware ESX/vSphere Servers
- VM Cluster Administration
- Troubleshooting/Configurations
- Performance Tuning/Optimization
- Perform/Analyze Diagnostics
- Active Directory 2003/2008
- Administration/Support
- Group Policy/GPO - Group Policy Objects
- User/Group Creation
- Login Scripts

PREFERRED (BUT NOT REQUIRED)

- Exchange 2003/2007/2010 Server Administration
- Storage Administration
- SAN Administration - Storage Area Networking
- NAS Administration - Network Attached Storage
- Blade Server Technology - Servers/Chassis, etc.
- IIS 6/7 - Internet Information Services
- SNMP - Simple Network Management Protocol
- Network Monitoring Tools
- Web Content Filtering
- Generating/Managing SSL Certificates
- Configure/Support Remote Secure Access
- Dual Factor Authentication Systems
- Disaster Recovery Planning/Testing