Linux Administrator

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Linux Administrator and its Remote role.

Position Title: Linux Administrator

Location: Remote

Anticipated Start Date: - ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 3 Months Contract

Job Type: Contract and Remote (Anywhere in USA)

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Linux Administrator with expertise in cloud computing services, primarily Azure (AZ) and AWS, with some knowledge of Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform). The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining our Linux servers and ensuring seamless integration and operation within our cloud environments as well as on prem environment consisting of VMware and physical servers (HPE)

* Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers and operating systems across various cloud platforms, primarily Azure and AWS, with some Google Cloud Platform.

* Ensure system security through established best practices and proactive monitoring.

* Automate tasks and processes using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) to improve system efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

* Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure minimal downtime.

* Stay updated with emerging cloud technologies and recommend improvements to the existing infrastructure.

Preferred Skills:

* Certifications in Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform are highly desirable.

* Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our and . As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.

This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 221945 when responding to this ad.