IT Help Wanted: [itroundtable] LEAD: Sr Linux Sys Eng - NY

Linux Systems Engineer $120-$140K new york

Manager starting to schedule interviews

NOT A NETWORK ENGINEERING ROLE.
NOT A STRAIGHT SYS ADMIN ROLE
Person must have some knowledge from working in a mixed unix or
linux/windows environment

Salary to about 130-140K + bonus
yes - will sponsor if candidate has 3+ years left on H1-b yes - will
relocate they will consider temp to perm but definitely prefer perm
hire.

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Job Title: Sr Linux Systems Engineer

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*Description: *

A linux systems engineering opportunity in the company's Network
Services Design and Information Security team.

Person will work on a wide range of technologies the main focus being on
linux systems engineering. You will be working in an innovative team
environment alongside systems/network designers, architects, as well as
network security and integration specialists.

They are looking to hire a linux systems engineer with good
scripting/programmi ng experience to architect linux based solutions to
business needs and requirements. The candidate would be involved in
architecting, building and managing linux based appliances. You would be
involved in the full life cycle right from specifying the hardware
requirements to build systems automation and management tools. The
successful candidate with have a strong technical back ground in the
administration of Linux servers preferably Redhat based distributions

The candidate would be responsible for designing the infrastructure
(Hardware and Software) required to satisfy the non-functional (sizing,
availability, and performance) requirements for business applications
that will be deployed on the linux based appliances. The engineer will
also be responsible for development of procedures and documentation as
well the training of operations and implementation personnel worldwide.

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*Requirements: *

* BS degree Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, or other
computer related specialization.

* A strong willingness and desire to learn (self-learner) and to stretch
competencies is a must. Ability to multitask effectively and prioritize
tasks in a high-pressure environment.

* Strong Linux/Unix system and scripting knowledge using ksh, perl, C,
php. Experience in scripting network monitoring systems.

* Sound knowledge of network protocols like TCP/IP, HTTP, HTTPS , SMTP
,SMB, RPC, TFTP, SNMP, DHCP etc.

* Good understanding of Linux core and network services like sendmail,
syslog, ssh, apache, MySQL, CVS, Subversion etc

* Proficient with day to day system administration tasks such as package
management and deployment, troubleshooting system and hosted
applications related issues, system and network performance parameter
tuning etc.

* Prior experience with application and system configuration management
tools such as cfengine etc is a plus.

* Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal
skills.

* An ideal candidate is someone who has good analytical skills, thrives
in a fast paced environment, has the ability to work and think well
independently, and works well in a team environment.

*Responsibilities: *

* Some Windows programming/ scripting skills would be a plus.

* Experience with Internet connectivity infrastructure such as
firewalls, load sharing devices, proxies, intrusion prevention/
detection, VPN and network and traffic analysis etc.

* Familiarity with systems management concepts, processes and standards
(e.g. SNMP), capacity /performance management and tuning and network
management.

* Experience in a 24/7/365, multi-tiered production environment.

* Ability to write technical specifications and operational
documentation.

* Knowledge/Experienc e with LAN and WAN design and switching
technologies in a corporate environment.

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Aug 3rd - NEW MTG VENUE - BCNC - Barbeque - Temple Avodat Shalom 385 Howland Ave River Edge 07661 - 5 pm - Call John Rechtenberg at 201-694-3571 for reservations - Sou Chef John McKenzie will be cooking - $9 with reservation - cash bar

Aug 10th - Tues - 6 pm - NEW LOCATION - BERMAN LARSON KANE (BLK) 12 Route 17 North, Suite 209 Paramus, New Jersey 07652 - Do not use GPS - go to BLK site for directions - Bring 20 copies of your resume - 201.909.0906 - plan to have dinner with us afterwards