As a Hybrid Windows and Linux System Administrator at Quantum IT, you will be pivotal in maintaining and optimizing our diverse server infrastructure, encompassing both Windows and Linux environments. This role involves ensuring high availability and performance for business-critical systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and automating processes to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong technical expertise in both Windows and Linux systems and a passion for problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities
Administer and support Quantum IT’s operational environment, ensuring seamless performance for both Windows and Linux-based systems.
Deploy, manage, secure, monitor, and troubleshoot Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments.
Manage VMware ESXi environments, including vCenter high-availability clusters, datastore provisioning, and performance issue remediation.
Install, configure, and maintain Linux systems, focusing on Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Windows Server environments.
Leverage scripting languages (, PowerShell, Python, Bash, Perl) to automate repetitive tasks and streamline operations.
Implement and manage configuration management tools (, Ansible, Puppet) to ensure consistent system configurations.
Deploy and manage containerized applications using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
Monitor systems using tools (, PRTG) to proactively manage and resolve incidents.
Oversee data protection solutions (, Veeam, NetBackup), reviewing daily reports to ensure compliance with data retention policies and performing restores as needed.
Troubleshoot SAN, LAN, WAN, and network protocols to resolve connectivity and performance issues.
Manage identity lifecycle tasks, including user account provisioning and access control across both platforms.
Collaborate on software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions to support business objectives.
Participate in server maintenance, including patching, shutdowns, and restarts, ensuring minimal downtime.
Respond to service requests, performing both routine and in-depth diagnostics and resolution for Windows and Linux server issues.
Participate in on-call rotations and perform off-hours maintenance as required.
Ensure compliance with Quantum IT’s operational standards and best practices.
Complete project tasks on time, aligning with Quantum IT’s operational goals.
Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience : Minimum of 7 years as a System Administrator or similar role, with hands-on expertise in both Windows Server and Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments.
Technical Skills :
Strong proficiency in Windows Server deployment, management, and automation using PowerShell.
Expertise in Linux system administration, including commands and scripting (Python, Bash, Perl), with a focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet) for system automation.
Knowledge of containerization platforms (Docker, Kubernetes) for deploying and managing applications.
Proficiency with virtualization platforms, preferably VMWare ESXi (vCenter, datastores, performance troubleshooting).
Proficiency with monitoring tools (, PRTG) for proactive incident management.
Experience with data protection solutions (, Veeam, NetBackup) for backups and restores.
Understanding of SAN, LAN, WAN, and network protocols for basic troubleshooting.
Experience with IaaS platforms (, Azure, AWS, Google Cloud), including Identity and Access Management (IAM), resource group administration, virtual machine provisioning, containerization solutions, and security best practices is a plus.
Soft Skills :
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to convey technical concepts clearly.
Proactive, flexible, and able to work independently or collaboratively.
Additional Requirements :
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Availability for on-call rotations and off-hours work.
Certifications (Preferred) : Microsoft Windows Server Certified, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), VMware Certified Professional (VCP), or equivalent.
Quantum provides a benefit package that includes Major Medical, Dental, and Vision healthcare coverage that is company paid for employee and dependents. In addition, we offer a generous vacation and vacation premium policy, and company paid holidays. Further, a Savings Plan with a generous Company match, a bountiful Christmas bonus, grocery vouchers, fitness membership reimbursement, and employee education assistance among many other benefit offerings and programs.
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