UNIX Systems Administrator jobs in Atlanta, GA

Are you a Unix expert ready to take on a pivotal role? As part of our Unix Critical Systems Support Team, you'll be instrumental in providing SRE support to the Firm's Critical Systems, ensuring operational stability in a Follow-The-Sun model. Your responsibilities will include on-call support, weekend project work, and proactive health tasks. Collaborate with engineering teams, engage with clients during outage scenarios, and onboard new UNIX assets for growth initiatives. Are you ready to make a significant impact on our critical infrastructure and contribute to a dynamic team environment? If so, then you might be Fivesky’s next Unix/Linux Administrator (L3)!

Who you are: 

• Possess 5-10 years of Unix/Linux Administration Enterprise Level Experience in a large, distributed environment.
• Demonstrate experience in Incident and Change Management and Reporting.
• Hold in-depth knowledge of Linux (Red-hat) with a solid understanding of Solaris.
• Exhibit detailed process knowledge of TCP/IP and associated technologies (NFS, NIS, DNS, DHCP).
• Have a strong understanding of Unix system monitoring and reporting.
• Show detailed knowledge of Server OS and firmware upgrades.
• Possess extensive knowledge of NTP/Time Keeper and time synchronization technologies.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of vulnerability assessment and server patching.
• Have scripting/programming-level knowledge of Shell, Perl/Python.
• Show ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex problems with a fix-it-once-for-everywhere and automation mentality.
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work well in a global team environment.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and high-pressure situations for outage handling, management, or resolution.

What you will do:

• Deliver SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) support for the Firm's Critical Infrastructure (Oxygen Systems) following the Follow-The-Sun model.
• Offer On-call support and engage in weekend project work.
• Perform proactive health & hygiene tasks to maintain operational stability and compliance with risk & control programs, ensuring the production environment is not put at risk.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to test and certify new hardware & software products.
• Engage with clients to understand business demand, needs & provide support during outage scenarios.
• Onboard new UNIX assets for growth or large programs such as new data center build-outs.

It would be awesome if you had:

• Knowledge of Infoblox DDI solution.
• Certification in RedHat Enterprise Linux.
• Knowledge of Veritas Cluster Server or similar high-availability products.
• Veritas Volume Manager.
• Prior experience working in the financial services industry.
• Knowledge of Ansible, OpenShift, and Kubernetes.
• Bachelor’s Degree.

Who we are: 

Fivesky is a fast-growing, global technology solution provider. We partner with the world’s largest financial service firms to deliver networking/infrastructure, cybersecurity, and cloud-based solutions for complex, global projects.

At Fivesky, our employees are our greatest asset and we strive to build a strong team culture centered on highly competitive compensation, professional development, career advancement, and fun.

Fivesky is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Fivesky prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. 

This is a full-time, direct employment opportunity in Alpharetta, GA. The salary is open based on experience and qualifications.

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