What are the responsibilities and job description for the Linux Systems Administrator (Austin) position at Texas Workforce Commission?
WHO WE ARE:
Texas Workforce Commission connects people with careers across the state. While we are based in Austin on the north lawn of the Texas State Capitol, we have offices statewide. We're a Family Friendly Certified Workplace with great work-life balance, competitive salaries, extensive opportunities for training and development, and fantastic benefits. This position is based at 1411 Brazos St, Austin.
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas. You must be a Texas resident to work for the Texas Workforce Commission or willing to relocate to Texas.
WHO YOU ARE:
Seeking an IT professional to support Linux servers, Hybrid cloud including AWS and Azure, and application frameworks. The ideal candidate must be skilled in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems; in solving problems; in scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing system software; and in troubleshooting computer systems. Communicate in a professional, customer-focused manner. Collaborate with other IT teams to accomplish work.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Systems Administrator III-V performs complex to advanced (senior-level) systems administration work. Work involves system configuration based on procedures and user requirements, resolving system and customer issues, system planning, and maintaining reliable system operation. Maintains a reliable, predictable work schedule. May be called upon to work outside of normal business hours to sustain operations or complete urgent assignments. Works under general to minimal supervision, with moderate to considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
- Perform systems analysis and administration work supporting agency applications and associated programs within IT.
- Ensure the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of agency's application server systems.
- Analyze OS operation and applications on AIX, Solaris, and Linux platforms, preferably RedHat Linux.
- Maintain and support hardware and software configurations and enhancements.
- Work on multiple concurrent projects/tasks and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintain, analyze, and define disaster recovery procedures and participates in disaster recovery tests and actual recoveries as needed.
- Participate in 24x7 on-call rotation to respond to major incidents impacting production systems on weekends and after hours.
- May plan, assign, and direct the work of others in support of the Agency application and server systems.
- Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and agency laws, rules, policies, and procedures including IT Handbook and SOPs that govern TWC IT.
- Contribute to teamwork and communicate effectively.
- Promote an image of IT excellence.
- Perform other duties as assigned and as required to maintain operations.
YOU ARE A GREAT FIT WITH:
- Minimum of three years' experience with AIX, Solaris and/or Linux operating systems.
- Experience with supporting application frameworks and databases.
- Experience with supporting Apache, JBoss, SAS, Drupal, PHP, FileNet.
- Experience streamlining / automating operations and management of systems with Ansible.
- Experience with scripting: shell, Perl, Python, etc.
- Experience with hyperscale cloud platforms AWS cloud, GCP and Azure.
- Linux, AWS, Azure or GCP Certification.
- Vendor management skills and change control background.
- Multi-vendor collaboration experience a plus.
- Knowledge of technology trends as it applies to day-to-day operations.
- Advanced troubleshooting abilities, requirements gathering, procedure writing, and technical documentation writing.
- Ability to work independently while understanding the need for communicating and coordinating work efforts with others.
YOU QUALIFY WITH:
- Systems Administrator III: One year and six months of experience in systems administration work. One year of full-time in-service TWC experience as a Systems Administrator II with regular status will satisfy the minimum qualifications.
- Systems Administrator IV: Two years of experience in systems administration work. One year of full-time in-service TWC experience as a Systems
- Systems Administrator V: Three years of experience in systems administration work. One year of full-time in-service TWC experience as a Systems Administrator IV with regular status will satisfy the minimum
- All levels: Relevant academic credits may be applied toward experience qualifications for this position.
YOU GAIN:
- A Family Friendly Certified Workplace
- Defined Retirement Benefit Plan
- Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
- Medical Insurance
- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
- Additional benefits for active employees can be found at https://www.ers.texas.gov/Active-Employees/Health-Benefits.
VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf
HOW TO APPLY:
To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at www.workintexas.com or on Taleo (Job Search).
TWC is not considering applications from individuals who require sponsorship for an employment visa, including those currently on student or postgraduate visas.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section 301.042.
Salary : $6,000 - $7,500
