Linux Administrator Job Opportunity - San Antonio, Texas

Kforce is seeking junior to mid-level Linux administrators for multiple permanent placement opportunities with an industry leading hosting and cloud computing company in San Antonio, TX. Salary range for these positions range from $50,000 to $80,000.  The employer is offering a sign on bonus and can provide relocation assistance.*  Client is open to visa transfer sponsorship. 

*Must currently reside in the U.S. to be eligible. 

Linux Administrator Responsibilities Ability to configure Postfix/Sendmail Set-up virtual hosting within Apache Provide various system logs and search them with proficiency Ability to perform basic installation of RS supported 3rd party applications (Urchin) Ability to create and mount file systems Provide high level overview on how FW/LB works Able to identify hardware problems and schedule maintenance in our systems Identify MySQL issues Perform patching on a Red Hat system Perform kernel upgrades Add and configure basic PHP and Apache modules Ability to perform server QC Able to perform NIC bonding and test and configure iLO/DRAC

Linux Administrator Requirements

• 2+ years experience working in a computer technical field
  
• Must have previous Linux principles experience
  
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent work experience preferred
  
• RHCT Preferred
  
• Able to set up Cron jobs
  
• Ability to add basic route to system
  
• Knowledge of common text editor and able to troubleshoot and configure standard services, Web/mail/DNS
  
• Understanding of DNS principles, understand zone files, and be ability to add/change DNS entries
  
• Good knowledge of PHP configuration and My SQL foundation including add/remove DB, grant statements, show slave status, log files
  
• Understands performance monitors and their output using tools such as SAR and Nimbus
  
• Understand zone files, advanced RPM usage
  
• Basic ability to read and interpret Firewall and Load Balancer configurations
  
• Basic troubleshooting of clusters
  
• Proficient knowledge of CLI
  
• Proficient with network file systems, NFS/SAMBA 

About the Employer

This employer has been recognized as a Computerworld 100 Best Places to Work in IT and is an industry leader in delivering enterprise-level hosting services to more than 152,000 customers. The company hosts a vibrant atmosphere with shorts and flip-flops as typical work attire. The headquarters facility boasts a modern, open space environment, including break rooms with video games, pool tables and foosball, with multiple fitness centers coming soon.

About San Antonio

Enjoy activities including sports, amusement parks and historic sites. The San Antonio area offers a phenomenal local culture with a low cost of living, affordable home prices and no state income tax.  For more information about San Antonio click here. 

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About Kforce

Kforce (NASDAQ:KFRC) is a professional staffing and solutions firm providing flexible and permanent staffing solutions in the skill areas of technology, finance & accounting and health and life sciences. Backed by approximately 2,000 associates and approximately 10,000 consultants on assignment, Kforce is committed to “Great People = Great Results” for our valued clients and candidates. Kforce operates with 64 offices located throughout the United States and two offices in the Philippines.