Senior Systems Administrator

Senior Systems Administrator:Our client, a leading Pacific Northwest utility provider committed to public service and environmental preservation, is looking for a Senior Systems Administrator for their Vancouver, Washington location. In this role, you will provide General Support System (GSS) infrastructure maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, emergency response, client support, system energization/acceptance testing, and performance analysis and trending.

This position is hybrid and a one-year renewable contract! If you think you’d be a good fit, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities for Senior Systems Administrator:Configuring applicable software and systems, maintaining local documentation, installing/updating/removing software, applying change control processes and procedures, planning, and preparing for future growth, troubleshooting, and resolving technical issues, and performing system-related training for the following systems:Linux Server administration.Manage and develop Configuration Management servers/environment.Support, develop and maintain on-prem GIT servers/repositories/environment.Implementation and maintenance of least privileged and role-based access control models.Patch management.Software deployment services and package management.VMware Virtualization infrastructure (e.g., virtual machines, virtual appliances, virtual host infrastructure).Support of various Linux operating systems and environments (e.g., CentOS, RedHat, etc.).Support of in-house-developed applications.Drive and support DevOps best practices.Configuration management technologies and best practices (e.g., Puppet, Ansible, Salt, Chef etc.).Proficient coding/scripting experience (Bash or Python).Source control management (GIT).Infrastructure in predominately air-gapped or isolated environments.Design and support baseline hardening configurations and exceptions for Linux OS.Design and maintain patching, repository, and software management solutions.Research, test, and draft / document standardized technical procedures for the deployment of server and workstation computer hardware and associated operating systems; organize, store, and dispose of superseded documents in accordance with Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards.Perform regular assessments of newly discovered vulnerabilities on a wide range of operational network devices, computer systems devices and various software packages. Document patch and vulnerability applicability assessments and recommend vulnerability mitigation options.Respond to support calls utilizing change management software to process and complete the tasks necessary for resolution of technical client issues.Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Provide advice and recommendations for process / procedural changes that may become necessary due to system changes, upgrades, etc. Provide input and recommendations regarding computer infrastructure decisions, and create tasks to fulfill management-directed goals.Develop, draft, and recommend improvements to the Control Center’s procedures and processes for compliance with NERC-CIP standards and policies. Assist management with the implementation and promotion of approved operational compliance process improvement efforts, specifically as relates to the administration of the above referenced systems.

Requirements for Senior Systems Administrator:U.S. Citizenship and valid U.S. Driver’s License required.A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a directly related technical discipline is preferred.3+ years of experience is required with an associate or bachelor’s degree in applicable fields.5+ years of experience is required without a degree or applicable degree. Experience must include direct work experience in Information Technology performing System Administration.Experience includes a minimum combination of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training. Working knowledge and experience sufficient to successfully support and maintain a virtualized and converged computer environment.5+ years of Working knowledge and experience sufficient to successfully support, maintain, and troubleshoot enterprise Linux Infrastructure.

• *We are unable to accommodate corp. to corp. candidates**

About Motus Recruiting and Staffing, Inc:Founded in 2006, Motus is an award-winning recruiting and staffing firm in the Pacific Northwest, specializing in professional services and technology solutions. We are a group of people who not only recognize the importance of representation, but actively fight for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the recruitment process. Our goal is to educate organizations on the importance of DEI when hiring, promoting, and supporting diverse employees. We are calling organizations to demonstrate their commitment to DEI by being intentional about who they hire.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

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