UNIX (RHEL)/LINUX System Administrator - REMOTE ALL CANADA - Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Job Description

REMOTE FROM ALL CANADA - Converge is currently seeking a Linux System Administrator for a full time Enterprise Operational support role.Environment:Our Edmonton branch is an Enterprise solutions provider and works with its clients to develop custom solutions using best of breed technologies.It also maintains and supports several virtual internal cloud environments for their clients, which include a mix of x86, AIX and Sparc virtualization, bare metal x86 server infrastructure, enterprise storage and networking across multiple datacenters in Canada. These environments host upwards of 2000 unique systems and applications. Converge is looking to continue to expand their role in these client organizations, and to provide expert Tier 3 support.As part of the System Administration team youll be...· Supporting the server, storage and network infrastructure that the virtualization technologies are deployed on· Ensuring the system efficiency is maintained and recommending solutions for future upgrades.· Administering software deployment, servers, and security updates. (OS and hardware)· Assisting with the troubleshooting of network problems and monitoring network performance· Providing end-user support for any technical questions, resolution, and technical support for all operating systems· Providing guidance and assistance in the setup and configuration of highly complex server based environments, including hardware setup, operating system and infrastructure component configuration, and application installation· Deploying & configuring new virtual systems and ecosystems as client needs change and evolve· Following change management practices· Participating in training for new technologies, including obtaining certifications on those technologies· Creating/updating required support documentation and cross training other engineers

• Provide ongoing 24/7 support of supported systems and services

The qualified candidate must have:

• Five plus (5+) years Unix/Linux system administration experience in an enterprise environment; RHEL Linux preferred.
• Five plus (5+) years VMware deployment/operational support experience
• Proficiency in RHEL Linux, shell scripting (Bash, Python)
• Experience with Ansible and Building Playbook using YAML
• The ability to demonstrate good working knowledge of system security, networking infrastructure, and host connectivity.
• As understanding of Lightweight Directory Access Protocol, including Kerberos and Active Directory.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and nonverbal).
• Solid teamwork skills
• A self-motivated work ethic, with a can do attitude and is customer-service oriented
• A university degree/college diploma in Computer Science or equivalent work experience

Additional skillsets that would be considered an asset:

• Experience with Redhat OpenStack deployment (OSP10/OSP13)
• Ability to work with MySQL, POSTRES or Oracle databases
• Experience using cloud system administration and automation tools i.e. Docker, Kubernetes, Maven, Jenkins, Helm, Terraform, etc.;
• Demonstrated experience of VMware NSX implementation and support
• Ability to work with MySQL, POSTRES or Oracle databases
• AIX & AIX PowerVM experience
• Solaris & Solaris Containers/Global Zone deployment experience
• Experience with Windows Operating systems
• Experience with NetApp storage technologies

Job Types: Full-time, PermanentFlexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

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