What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Linux System Administrator position at CornerStone Technology Talent Services?
Job Title: Advanced Client Technologies Technician (Linux Systems)
Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Location: Remote (U.S. – Lower 48 Only)
Work Hours: Must be comfortable working Eastern Time (EST)
Pay Rate: Up to $50/hour
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Linux Systems Technician who enjoys working in complex, high-impact environments. In this role, you’ll help manage and support critical systems, improve performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep everything running smoothly.
This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on technical role and enjoys solving challenging system issues.
What You’ll Do
- Install, configure, and maintain system software for critical environments
- Monitor system performance and make improvements for stability and efficiency
- Troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues
- Work closely with other technical teams as a go-to expert
- Support automation and scripting efforts to streamline processes
- Contribute to technical projects and initiatives
- Provide guidance and support to junior team members
What You Bring
- 5 years of experience working with Linux/UNIX systems
- 3 years of scripting and automation experience
- Experience working in enterprise environments (Linux Windows virtualization/cloud)
- Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, compliance-driven systems)
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Nice to Have
- Experience with Red Hat Linux
- Knowledge of tools like Ansible, Puppet, or SaltStack
- Experience with Git
- Familiarity with logging/monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Elasticsearch)
- Exposure to software-defined networking
- Linux certifications (RHCSA, RHCE, or similar)
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Strong communicator (both technical and non-technical)
- Self-driven and able to work independently
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking
- Comfortable in fast-paced or high-pressure environments
- Team player with a customer-focused mindset