Systems Administrator

MW Partners is currently seeking a Systems Administrator to work for our client who is a global leader in the aerospace defense and security markets.

Responsibilities and duties:

• Leverage command line activities as you monitor and resolve performance related issues of biometric products software and networks
• You will update shift logs assist with Operation System patching/upgrades perform data backups and diagnostics utilize command line for troubleshooting and repair and restore systems to normal processing.
• Monitor server/software error messages displayed on monitoring faultdetection terminal and take appropriate actions to restore services as needed
• Perform installations and patching to maintain key applications and operating systems
• Document problems/issues in ticket tracking system
• Review and resolve tickets through the ticketing system phone calls and emails.
• Collaborate with other teams and provide client updates until issues are resolved
• Lead troubleshooting call bridge to ensure the incident is documented from start to closure
• Support deployment activities including patching upgrades scripting etc.
• Ensure that your customers are satisfied throughout the process
• Review update and prepare shift logs for an efficient transition to new shift.
• Effectively multitask on a variety of complicated assignments

Requirements:

• Associates Degree in Computer Science Engineering or a related field OR a minimum of five (5) years of experience in Linux/Unix
• Minimum of three (3) years of system administration experience in a highly secure Linux/Unix environment utilizing command line monitoring tools patching and scripting and excellent communications skills oral and written.
• In addition you must have experience with monitoring; software problem solving; phone support during problem resolution; and disaster recovery operations.
• Teamoriented and selfmotivated.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

• AIX Suse and Windows administration and some Oracle/MySQL Database experience

For a confidential discussion or to find out more contact Rhea Ann onor apply now.