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Systems Administrator

Oceaneering


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 August 2026 (13 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 26 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The System Administrator role will involve the installation configuration and daily maintenance of Oceaneerings server operating systems server virtualization platforms identity management directory systems and other tools associated with infrastructure and cloud operations. The roles main focus will be centered around Linux support but could also include some Windows server support.



Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

  • Install configure and implement systems required to to properly manage secure and support both server and desktop Linux operating systems especially Ubuntu and Redhat

  • Troubleshoot and resolve escalated Level II and III support tickets from the server to the end user

  • Contribute to patch management backup/restore processes and systems monitoring efforts

  • Be a key supporting member project lead and/or technical lead on major IT projects

  • Participate in on-call rotation and/or after-hours support

  • Create documentation assist with training activities and mentor other members of the department

  • Assist other admins with tasks and project work



Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelors degree in computer science or equivalent education and experience

  • Minimum of ten (10) years of collective experience as a Systems Administrator on enterprise linux systems specifically Ubuntu and Redhat

  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience with scripting and automation (Bash Python Powershell Ansible Puppet Kickstart etc.)
  • Minimum seven (7) years of experience using system events logs and other tools for troubleshooting trend analysis and reporting

  • Minimum five (5) years of experience with vSphere or Azure hypervisors in a large multi-site environment

  • Minimum five (5) years of experience with data gathering and data structures (XML JSON YAML WQL etc.)

  • Minimum five (5) years of experience with containerization and orchestration (AKS docker kubernetes)

  • Minimum five (5) years of experience with automated application and patch distribution in an Enterprise Linux environment
  • Minimum three (3) years of experience with network protocols firewalls and security best practices

Desired:

  • Intermediate level knowledge of Windows Server Operating systems management on a global scale
  • Intermediate level experience with directory services and IDM tools (Entra Active Directory)
  • Intermediate level experience with M365 and Azure Administration

Working Conditions

This position is considered OFFICE WORK which is characterized as follows.

  • Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night
  • Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace
  • Work surface is stable (flat)

Physical Activity/Requirements

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • This position is considered LIGHT work.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role however may include Health and Wellness Mental Health Retirement Savings Life and Disability Paid Maternity and Parental Leave Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement and an Employee Assistance Program.




Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


About Company

Oceaneering pushes the frontiers of deep water, space and motion entertainment environments to execute with new, leading-edge connections to solve tomorrow’s challenges, today. As the trusted subsea connection specialist, our experience combined with the depth and breadth of our portf ... View more

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