Senior Linux Systems Administrator

$85,000 - $95,000/Yr

Skidmore College - Saratoga Springs, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Saratoga Springs, NY

Educational Services

About the position

The Senior Linux Systems Administrator at Skidmore College is responsible for managing the Linux computing infrastructure used by the Computer Science Department for instruction and research. This role involves ensuring the operation of servers and client machines, planning for future computing needs, and providing after-hours support for critical system issues. The position requires a strong understanding of Linux systems and the ability to engage with a diverse group of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Linux servers, client workstations, and user accounts.
• Provide after-hours support for critical system alerts.
• Support computing applications used in the Computer Science curriculum.
• Prioritize system security to ensure data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
• Perform capacity and replacement planning.
• Plan and implement changes to move the server infrastructure forward.
• Plan, build, and maintain Linux computing clusters for research.
• Supervise student workers.
• Ability to lift/move 40 pounds.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience with Linux administration.
• Comprehensive understanding of the Linux operating system and administration tools.
• Extensive knowledge of computing systems, including server virtualization, network design, and information security.
• Hands-on skills with hardware installation, configuration, and management across servers, client systems, switches, and UPS.
• Fluent in programming in Bash or other shell scripting language, and in Python.
• Familiar with C++, Java, and Perl programming languages.
• Ability to install and configure standard development platform software in a Linux environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and self-motivation abilities.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, decision making, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to absorb new technologies and keep up to date on current technologies.
• Managerial abilities for working with student assistants.
• Ability to engage with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and outside vendors.