Unix System Administrator (Itasca)

Title : Linux / Unix Administrator

Location : Itasca, IL (4 days onsite)

Type : 24+ month contract

Domestic and International Travel required : 20-25%

US Citizens and GCH encouraged to apply (this opportunity does not offer sponsorship now or in the future)

The Linux / Unix Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of Linux and Unix-based systems within the organization's IT infrastructure. This role ensures the stability, security, and optimal performance of all Linux / Unix servers, supporting critical applications and services. The administrator will work with a variety of operating systems, including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), CentOS, and Ubuntu.

Responsibilities :

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems on physical and virtual servers.
• Support system integration efforts related to mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including infrastructure consolidation, data migration, and application alignment across acquired entities.
• Apply system patches, upgrades, and security updates in a timely manner to reduce vulnerabilities.
• Perform ongoing performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization as needed.
• Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations and operational procedures.
• Implement and maintain system security measures, including user permissions, access controls, and firewall configurations.
• Monitor system and application logs to detect and respond to potential threats or security breaches.
• Ensure the Linux / Unix infrastructure complies with all relevant security standards and company policies.
• Proactively monitor system performance, availability, and resource utilization to ensure high availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to hardware, software, networking, and system operations.
• Provide third-level support to end-users and other IT teams to address complex issues.
• Automate routine administrative tasks using scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl to improve efficiency.
• Perform regular system backups and develop disaster recovery plans.

Contact :

Ashley Falkenberg - Senior Recruiting Consultant

Forbes Technical Consulting

ajones@forbestc.com