IT LINUX/Vmware Systems Administrator HYBRID

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Job Summary

We are seeking a Linux System Administrator to provide technical support in areas including RedHat Linux, VMware, backup and recovery, server configuration, and system hardening. The role includes mentoring other administrators and working with management to establish processes, security, and system support strategies. Responsibilities include configuring LDAP, creating and maintaining Linux scripts (Bash, PHP, Perl), and managing virtual systems and storage under VMware. The position requires after-hours and weekend work, with an on-call rotation. Regular office hours are in Eastern Time. At this location, this position pays a salary base of $95k to $112k per year, depending on related experience, and is eligible for a bonus opportunity.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.)

Develops and promotes standard operating procedures

Ensures workstation/server data integrity by evaluating, implementing and managing appropriate software and hardware solutions

Evaluates system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility

Facilitate knowledge transfer of system support procedures and nuances

Incorporate Information Security Best Practices in all aspects of Systems Management

Installs and maintains operating systems and related software to ensure stable performance

Lead role in a wide area of technical expertise

Mentoring of other Technical Support staff

Monitors and tunes the system to achieve optimum performance levels

Recommendations in design and new system specification

Responsibility for high complexity enterprise systems

Schedules installations and upgrades and maintains them in accordance with established policies and procedures

Server Patch and security governance

Troubleshoots networking and operating systems problems

Work with the backup administrator to ensure data/media recoverability by implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations

Works with and understands the roles of members of other departments

Performs other duties as assigned

Travel

Employment is contingent on

Background check (company-wide). Results will not be used automatically to disqualify individuals. Instead, the Company will conduct an individualized assessment that considers the duties of the position, the nature and timing of the offense, and any evidence of rehabilitation, in accordance with applicable laws.

Drug screen ( when applicable for the position )

Compliance with healthcare facility credentialing process ( when applicable for the position )

Valid driver’s license in state of residence with a clean driving record (when applicable for the position)

Required Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or equivalent experience, required

Preferred Education and/or Experience

Experience with Ansible, Tower or comparable technologies, preferred

Experience with LDAP, preferred

Experience with Linux administration and scripting, preferred

Experience with Networking setup and configuration, preferred

Experience with shell, scripting and system-level programming, preferred

Experience with storage (SAN) concepts or administration, preferred

Experience with VMware administration and configuration, preferred

Experience with VMware administration, preferred

Experience with VMware and LINUX (RedHat) operating environments, as well as exposure to industry products, terminology and trends, preferred

Experience with VMware Horizon, preferred

Three years of related work experience, preferred

Skills and Competencies

Effectively communicate in English; both oral and written

Interpret a variety of communications (verbal, non-verbal, written, listening and visual)

Maintain confidentiality, discretion and caution when handling sensitive information

Multi-task along with attention to detail

Self-motivation, organized, time-management and deductive problem solving skills

Work independently and as part of a team

Machines, Equipment and Technical Abilities

Email transmission and communication

Internet navigation and research

Lawson and ADP

Microsoft applications; Outlook, Word and Excel

Office equipment; fax machine, copier, printer, phone and computer and/or tablet

Physical Demands

Lift and carry office equipment at times; occasionally moves equipment such as a personal computer or display weighing up to 25 pounds

Requires sitting, walking, standing, talking and listening

Requires close vision to small print on computer and/or tablet and paperwork

Benefits

Generous paid time off and paid holidays

Overtime pay for non-exempt positions (as applicable)

Commission for Account Executives

Bonus and incentive opportunities

Fixed and variable car reimbursement for Area Managers and Account Executives

Car, mileage, and telephone reimbursement (as applicable)

Employee discount and recognition programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k), HSA, and FSA/Dependent Care FSA

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage

Life insurance, disability, accidental death, identity protection, and legal services

Meru Health mental health and Mercer SmartConnect Medicare programs

Livongo Diabetes and High Blood Pressure programs

Healthcare Bluebook and RX Savings Solutions programs

Hepatitis B (HEPB) and TB vaccinations

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All positions are posted for a minimum of five (5) days and remain open until filled by a qualified applicant, generally no longer than 200 days. Thank you for your interest in Rotech Healthcare Inc.

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