IT Consultant \ Network Administrator
We have a current position available in our company for an IT Consultant/Network Administrator with atleast 2-5 years work experience. This is a great opportunity to work with a vast array of different technologies. The ideal candidate will be results oriented yet independent and capable of managing his/her own schedule. This position will allow the candidate to expand beyond the duties of a typical Network Adminstrator by working in and out of the office. Interacting with various levels of clients, from non-technical/technical users to Executive level management is a key aspect of this position thus calling for a person with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of Linux, Apache and web/file service skills are highly preferred. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in support of various types of networks, strong Windows based support and implementation skills. Candidates should be able to resolve most questions and accomplish tasks with minimal guidance.
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Sr. Systems Engineer
The Sr. Systems Engineer r is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of network, server, SAN/NAS hardware, software, and related infrastructure.
This individual participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. This individual ensures that infrastructure hardware, operating system, and related procedures adhere to organizational values and contribute to the overall success of the organization.
This individual will possess a strong blend of system administration and network administration skills in a highly dynamic and enterprise class production environment.
Competencies/Essential Skills/Qualifications:
6+ years of experience with Linux System administration (can include: Cent OS 5 and RedHat Enterprise Linux.
5 years of experience with Cisco, Juniper or other type of networking standard
SAN experience a big plus.
NAS (network appliance) experience highly preferred.
Expert maintaining servers for standard internet services such as DNS, NFS, DHCP, Samba, mail (e.g. Postfix, Sendmail), and FTP service
Experienced with standard backup infrastructures, Linux system and program installation, compilation and configuration, system-level security procedures
Major Responsibilities:
Administer and maintain an existing and new server, network, SAN/NAS infrastructure including day-to-day operational support in a multi-site data center production environment.
Participate in designing and implementing new technology solutions to meet specific business needs.
Continually evaluate the operations of the environment, and assist in the optimization and delivery of network and server infrastructure improvements.
Consistently meet or exceed the SLA's set with the clients for the services provided.
Conduct performance tuning and capacity planning.
Document processes, procedures, infrastructure configuration, and maintain operational runbooks.
Research and recommend innovative and automated approaches for system and network administration tasks. Identify approaches that leverage our resources and provide economies of scale.
Provide technical leadership and is able to work closely with counterparts in other offices.
Maintain a professional relationship with client and peers.
This is a highly technical hands-on role. Requirements can be dynamic as the company grows quickly.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work unsupervised under pressure.
Mentor other operations personnel.
Help define/update network and server infrastructure operating procedures and best practices.
Ensuring system security, availability and performance.
Documenting system configurations, diagrams and procedures.
Assist company in achieving zero down time through feedback on production experiences with services, sharing risks and mitigating actions.
Additional attributes:
Talent at diagnosing and remedying serious server-related problems and failures promptly and effectively
Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients and staff
Ability to work independently
Ability to work productively in teams
· Dependability and a positive team player approach is critical.
· A strong desire to advance and develop technical skills.
· A strong desire for efficiency and intolerance of inefficiency
· Recognizes this organization as a “cost” and strive to limit that cost
· Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
· Must have the ability to work in a highly visible fast paced environment.
Location: Seattle- Main
Compensation: DOE
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