Systems Administrator

Systems Administrator WeZON USA, Inc. San Jose, CA Job Details Contract $6,200 - $6,600 a month 3 hours ago Qualifications Network hardware support IT user and group management Interpersonal skills Tooling Software deployment Git SSL Computer hardware Hardware support Log analysis tools KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) SAN Hardware management VMware Service-oriented architecture DevOps automation Middleware systems Server management automation CompTIA Security+ Jenkins Shell Scripting Proxy servers Full Job Description Job Overview The System Administrator designs, implements, and maintains the IT infrastructure that supports both operational and R D activities. This includes server provisioning, storage and network management, automation, security, monitoring, backup, user administration, Tier‑III support, and ongoing maintenance. This position is for a 12-month contract with opportunity for renewal. Responsibilities Infrastructure Engineering Engineer system‑administration solutions for project and operational needs. Install new or rebuild existing servers; configure hardware, peripherals, services, directories, and storage (NetApp, Dell/EMC, PureStorage, etc.) according to standards. Manage virtualization platforms such as VMware and KVM. Oversee storage management and network equipment (Cisco, Mellanox, etc.). Deploy and configure systems that support infrastructure and R D activities. Automation & Deployment Support infrastructure automation tools (Ansible). Use Foreman for deployment management. Operations & Support Install and maintain security patches on operational and development systems, including Red Hat Linux (CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.), Windows Server (2008/2008 R2/2012), VMware, and Apache web services. Report security‑patch compliance.

Perform daily system monitoring:

verify hardware integrity, server availability, key processes, log review, and completion of scheduled jobs (e.g., backups). Conduct regular security monitoring to detect possible intrusions. Execute daily backup operations, ensure proper media handling, and manage off‑site storage. Perform regular file archival and purge activities. Create, modify, and delete user accounts as requested. Maintain the system inventory system (GLPI). Provide Tier‑III support, investigate and troubleshoot issues, and coordinate recovery from hardware or software failures. Maintenance & Optimization Apply OS patches and upgrades regularly; upgrade administrative tools and utilities. Deploy and manage instances of Jira, Git, LDAP, Jenkins, and VMware environments. Upgrade and configure system software that supports infrastructure or asset‑management applications. Maintain operational, configuration, and procedural documentation. Conduct performance tuning, hardware upgrades, and resource optimization (CPU, memory, disk partitions). Participate in after‑hours/weekend support or alternate work schedules as needed. Security & Standards Contribute to and maintain system standards and overall security posture. Research and recommend innovative, preferably automated, approaches for system‑administration tasks. Requirements Deep expertise in VMware administration and management; experience with Jenkins, Git, and DevOps tool administration. Linux System Administration certification preferred (CompTIA Linux+, RHCSA, or RHCE). Network equipment management experience; Cisco equipment knowledge preferred. Minimum 2 years of Linux system‑administration experience, including shell scripting, cron jobs, log analysis, user/group management, iptables configuration, and mail‑service setup. Ability to multi‑task, work independently, and act as a self‑starter. Strong verbal and written communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences. CompTIA Security+ (SY0‑301) or DoD 8570.1 IAT‑II compliant certification (or equivalent experience). Familiarity with web‑based technologies: reverse proxies, SSL certificates, three‑tier architecture, SOA, enterprise service bus, HTTP, and browser differences. Physical ability to lift 50 lb and relocate servers between the main data center, colocation sites, and labs. Experience installing new hardware or migrating existing rack‑mount servers.

Pay:

$6,200.00 - $6,600.00 per month

Work Location:

In person