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Hybrid Unix/Linux Administrator

Parsons · US - Remote (Any Location), United States Of America · Hybrid

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In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to what you want in your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Imagine a career working with exceptional people sharing a common quest. Imagine a workplace where you can be yourself. Where you can thrive. Where you can find your next, right now. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

This job opening is for an experienced Unix/Linux Administrator to provide systems and middleware support services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining Unix-based systems and leveraging AWS services to ensure high availability, scalability, and security of our infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Unix System Administration:

  • Install, configure, and maintain Unix/Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Amazon Linux, Ubuntu, Solaris).
  • Assist with installation, configuration, and maintenance of middleware applications (e.g., WebSphere Application Server, Tomcat, Oracle Application Server)
  • Perform system patching, upgrades, and performance tuning.
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, and security.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues.
  • Implement, maintain and test backup and recovery procedures.
  • Monitor system performance and availability.

AWS Cloud Administration:

  • Deploy, manage, and maintain Unix/Linux instances in AWS (EC2).
  • Configure and manage AWS services such as VPC, IAM, S3, RDS, and CloudWatch.
  • Implement and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
  • Automate deployment and configuration tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
  • Monitor AWS resources and optimize costs.
  • Implement and maintain AWS security best practices.

Automation and Scripting:

  • Develop and maintain scripts for system administration and automation tasks.
  • Utilize configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible) to automate system configuration.
  • Implement CI/CD pipelines for application deployments.

Troubleshooting and Support:

  • Provide technical support to developers and other teams.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex system and application issues.
  • Participate in afterhours systems and middleware deployments
  • Participate in weekly on-call rotation.

Documentation:

  • Create and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Unix/Linux System Administrator.
  • Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems (e.g., Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, Solaris).
  • Working experience with email delivery (postfix, exim, DKIM, SPF, DMARC)
  • Hands-on experience with AWS services and cloud architecture.
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform).
  • Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, or Python.
  • Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, AWS ECS/EKS, Fargate) is a plus.
  • Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle).
  • Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Grafana, Loki).
  • Understanding of networking concepts and protocols.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

This position is part of our Critical Infrastructure team.

For more than 80 years, our experts have designed and delivered the critical infrastructure that connects and protects communities around the world. We work in collaborative teams, both within the company and with our partners and customers, to plan, design, build, and modernize infrastructure. We take special pride in projects and solutions that improve communities as well as people’s quality of life by promoting economic growth, enhancing mobility, and increasing sustainability and resiliency. Powered by our people, we provide the imagination necessary to support our customers’ visions—and to help them see what's next!

Salary Range: $83,300.00 - $168,700.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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