SAS Administrator (Linux System Administrator)

Nova Co. - Boston, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Boston, MA

Specialty Trade Contractors

About the position

The SAS Administrator is responsible for the overall administration, maintenance, and support of the SAS platform in a Linux environment. This role ensures the stability, security, and performance of the SAS infrastructure, manages user access, performs upgrades, and troubleshoots issues. The SAS Administrator collaborates with data analysts, IT teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that the SAS environment meets business needs.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SAS software on Linux servers.
• Manage and monitor SAS services to ensure optimal performance and availability.
• Perform regular system maintenance, including applying patches, upgrades, and hotfixes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve SAS-related issues, including performance tuning and error resolution.
• Create and manage user accounts, groups, and roles within the SAS environment.
• Set up and manage user access controls and security policies.
• Provide user support and training as needed.
• Monitor system performance and resource utilization.
• Optimize SAS configurations to improve performance.
• Implement best practices for data storage, backup, and recovery.
• Work with IT teams to integrate SAS with other systems and databases.
• Collaborate with data analysts and business users to understand their needs and provide technical support.
• Assist with the development and execution of disaster recovery plans.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of the SAS environment, including configurations, procedures, and policies.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a SAS Administrator in a Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems, including shell scripting.
• Proficiency in SAS administration tools and utilities.
• Knowledge of network and server security best practices.
• Familiarity with database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server).
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet) is an advantage.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant certifications (e.g., SAS Certified Platform Administrator for SAS 9) are a plus.
• Experience with SAS Grid, SAS Viya, or other SAS products is desirable.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected veterans.