PeerSource is currently recruiting for a Network Systems Administrator on a Direct Hire basis for our client in Englewood, CO.
Summary
Our Oracle Partner client is seeking a Network Systems Administrator with strong expertise in Linux administration and network engineering. This role is crucial as it supports the backbone of Oracle-related services, ensuring secure and efficient system and network operations during critical client data migrations and day-to-day management.
Responsibilities
Administer and maintain Linux systems (Oracle Enterprise Linux, RedHat, etc.), including tasks such as filesystem maintenance, user and group maintenance, configure disk partitions, LUNs, RAID, multipathing, backups, patching, and upgrading.
Develop and implement network security measures, including the configuration of firewalls and the restriction of subnets to specific locations.
Provisioning new networks, configuring subnets, implementing security, and setting up VPN connections.
Play a pivotal role in building and securing networks prior to and during migrations of client data to Oracle systems.
Create and maintain virtualized environments in Oracle Cloud.
Balance between Linux system administration (70%) and network tasks (30%), with flexibility to focus fully on networking during critical periods.
Collaborate with other administrators and technical teams to enhance system and network security and efficiency.
Required Skills
3-5+ years of practical knowledge in Linux system administration using various flavors of Linux.
Ability to work with various authentication models (LDAP, Kerberos, NIS) and Linux security configuration options (SE Linux and audits).
Proficient in designing and implementing networks with experience in TCP/IP, subnets, DNS, load balancers, IPSEC tunnels, etc.
Solid understanding of network security principles with the ability to configure and manage security solutions such as firewalls, WAFs, Access Control lists, routing tables, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems.
Experience in securing networks and managing enterprise-level Linux environments.
Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of the foundational principles underlying system and network administration tasks.
Proactive, eager to take on new challenges and enhance personal and organizational capabilities.
Exposure to OCI and AWS.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Related Linux certifications would be preferred but not required.
Experience supporting occasional client-related travel as well as on-call activities as needed.
Ability to obtain a Government security clearance (US Citizenship is required).
No third parties. H1 sponsorship is not available.
PeerSource is a nationwide technology recruiting firm that prioritizes building strong relationships with the talented professionals we are fortunate to serve. We offer contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities throughout the US and support W2 as well as independent consultants working on a Corp-to-Corp basis. W2 benefits with PeerSource include health, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a matching retirement plan. Contact us for more details!
