System Administrator (RHEL | Hybrid in Charlotte, NC)
Optomi, in partnership with a leading client in the utilities industry, is seeking a skilled Linux Server Administrator to build, configure and maintain Linux servers. This role involves working with a variety of technologies, including virtual and physical servers, storage, and software. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Linux operating systems and the ability to integrate software to enable usage, support, and monitoring of various hardware technologies.
What the Right Candidate will enjoy:
- Owning day-to-day Linux (RHEL 8/9) server administration in a production environment.
- Working across physical and virtual servers, storage, and supporting infrastructure.
- Following well-defined processes while solving real operational problems.
- Contributing to stable, mission-critical systems that support essential services.
Experience of the Right Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline and 1-2 years of work experience OR High School/GED and three years of related work experience.
- Extensive knowledge of Linux Operating Systems - RHEL 8/9.
- Ability to read, write, and maintain Linux shell scripts.
- Ability to install/upgrade Linux software with yum/dnf and troubleshoot problems with installation and updates.
- Practical experience with Operating Systems, Software, and Hardware (Server/Workstations).
- General computer usage skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills (listening, conflict management, approachability, negotiations).
- Ability to research independently, multi-task, and meet deadlines under tight timeframes.
Responsibilities of the Right Candidate:
- Build, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
- Follow routine work procedures and installation and methodologies.
- Integrate software to enable usage, support, and monitoring of various hardware technologies.
- Report on individual activity progress, issues, and impediments.
- Stay up-to-date on new hardware and software developments, evaluate alternative approaches.
- Maintain documentation as necessary.
- Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers and workstations.
