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Systems Administrator Unix/Linux

NYC IT Inc
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/11/2027
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 1 year, with the possibility of extension
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (35 hours per week)

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Systems Administrator (Unix/Linux) to manage, maintain, secure, and optimize enterprise-level Unix/Linux server and storage infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Oracle Linux administration, system performance tuning, security, backup and recovery, and high-availability environments.
Key Responsibilities
Install, configure, secure, maintain, and support Unix/Linux servers and storage infrastructure.
  • Monitor system performance, analyze resource utilization, and implement performance-tuning measures.
  • Plan and implement regular server patching, security updates, and system maintenance.
  • Support operating system security policies, intrusion detection, and vulnerability mitigation.
  • Maintain disaster recovery configurations, conduct recovery testing, and document recovery procedures.
  • Perform file system backups and recovery testing using Symantec NetBackup and VEEAM.
  • Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot high-availability server environments running on Oracle Exadata.
  • Collaborate with database administrators and application teams to support system configuration and integration.
  • Configure and monitor scheduled batch jobs, system alerts, and infrastructure availability.
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, networking, and application-related issues.
  • Follow established change management procedures and incident reporting protocols.
  • Coordinate with vendors to resolve technical issues and escalate critical incidents when necessary.
  • Respond to service desk requests, maintain technical documentation, and support knowledge transfer.
  • Maintain Unix/Linux hardware and software inventory.
  • Provide after-hours and weekend support as required.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Preferably 6–8 years of experience as an Oracle Linux Systems Administrator in a large-scale Unix/Linux environment.
  • Strong hands-on experience installing, configuring, administering, and troubleshooting Linux/Unix operating systems.
  • Working knowledge of LDOMs, ZFS file systems, and Zones/Containers in on-premises and cloud environments.
  • Experience with shell scripting and automation.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols and services, including TCP/IP, SMTP, SNMP, SSL, SFTP, HTTP, NIS, DNS, NFS, LDAP, SSH, and Sendmail.
  • Experience supporting Oracle Applications Server, WebLogic, and Oracle RDBMS on Linux/Unix platforms.
  • Knowledge of Oracle Storage Area Network (SAN), Automatic Storage Management (ASM), and Oracle Cluster File System (OCFS).
  • Experience with Symantec NetBackup and VEEAM for backup and recovery operations.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.


Interested in This Opportunity?
Please apply with your updated resume and highlight your relevant Unix/Linux administration experience, Oracle technologies, and backup and recovery expertise.
If this role matches your experience, we would love to hear from you!

Salary : $80 - $85

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