UNIX Systems Administrator, Sr. jobs in Springfield, MO

The focus of this position will be to design, implement, and maintain all server systems and associated hardware and software relating to SecureCom Wireless, LLC, and to manage these systems to ensure a reliable, secure and cost-effective IT infrastructure and operation.  The Systems Administrator will work with application developers to ensure proper design and functionality of SecureCom servers. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Information
• 3 years of hands-on experience and strong background in Linux systems administration, preferably with RedHat Enterprise, CentOS, and Ubuntu in addition to Microsoft Windows Server environments. Experience must include building and deploying servers, installing, maintaining, and patching Linux and Windows operating systems, and supporting production applications in a 24x7
• Strong working knowledge of complex web hosting configuration components, including firewalls, load balancers, web, and database servers.
• Proficiency with and understanding of virtualization on an enterprise level, preferably using VMware ESX in addition to proficiency with Cloud server Ability to manage multiple projects, while ensuring that commitments and timetables are met.

 Responsibilities:

1. Oversees the day-to-day operation of SecureCom servers including hardware/software support, diagnostics, and special projects.
2. Ensures 24/7 High Availability on all SecureCom systems and applications.
3. Collaborates with Web Services development engineers and provides technical and procedural direction regarding server design, data base design and selection and other areas as needed and requested to insure proper functionality of software applications and programs.
4. Builds, and maintains the servers and associated hardware and software required for development work, internal testing, customer testing and production environments.
5. Documents, maintains, and enhances existing SecureCom servers and associated hardware and software including but not limited to: Local servers (physical and virtual) and remote servers (Connectria) and Applications.  
6. Analyzes and troubleshoots the SecureCom server logs and tracks the nature and resolution of problems; monitors usage to ensure security of data and access privileges.

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EOE/Vet/Disabled