Job Description :
Position : Unix/Linux System Admin
Location : Farmington Hills, MI
Duration : 6+ months Contract
Job Description:
This position provides system support for all UNIX/Linux based software by implementing, monitoring and maintaining systems and application software running under UNIX/Linux. The position also works with software vendors to provide optimum system performance and availability.
Job Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Maintains UNIX/Linux Operating System to provide optimum performance and system availability.
Supports software vendor to ensure application software is installed correctly and all current maintenance levels have been applied.
Creates and maintains environment for running batch jobs associated with daily batch cycle and batch reporting subsystem.
Works with LAN personnel to ensure compatibility with LAN applications and peripheral hardware to provide end users with reliable and stable working environment.
Supports and maintains other vendor database software installed on the LAN servers.
Minimum 8 years’ experience
Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Computer Systems or Information Technology
Work experience on multiple platforms, with at least four years with the current platform
Familiarity with the principles and practice of system configuration management and a broad understanding of the role of desired configuration as part of strategic organizational knowledge
Ability to solve problems quickly
Ability to establish processes and automate them to track and implement system solutions
Ability to modify system to meet new security requirements
Ability to participate in setting strategic direction for system
Viewed as an expert in the system by peers
Strong problem solving skills and attention to details
Proven ability to work both independently and in team environments
Great organizational, communication, and documentation skills