Location: Albany, NY Category: Administrative Posted On: Fri Oct 13 2023 Job Description: Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: + The Linux Systems Administrator will assist employees, users, vendors, business partners, and affiliates with technology-related issues. + Responsible for installation, patching, account provisioning, and administration of Linux and Windows servers, applications, and data storage systems relating to NY CREATES and its affiliated partners. + Liaison with vendor companies, onsite tenants, as well as staff to take business needs and translate them into a technical plan. Troubleshoot hardware, replace parts as needed, and troubleshoot and fix software problems. + Performance and capacity management as well as future forecasting. + Evaluate products and make informed recommendations on purchases of software and hardware. + Develop and routinely test disaster recovery plan. + Work as part of a team. + Influence work priorities, technical decisions, and operating procedures at the team or project level. + Other reasonable duties as assigned. Job Requirements: MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS + Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience with Linux server administration and support. + Experience installing, configuring & troubleshooting distributed applications. + Understanding of basic network typologies and the ability to quickly learn and use new technologies, as well as how to integrate them with existing systems; must demonstrate effective problem solving and analytical skills and proficiency with desktop and end user support; demonstrated knowledge of client server and storage environments; possess knowledge of best practices for maintaining information security; ability to handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly. + Basic SQL Database use and knowledge. + Shell scripting. + Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively, display patience and understanding when working with other employees who struggle to master new technologies; ability to work calmly and methodically under pressure and against tight deadlines; ability to work within a team as well as independently; demonstrated ability to work and conduct research independently. + This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; this position may require annual background checks. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Associate degree in information technology, Computer Science degree from college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization OR related field with 2 plus years of experience working in a Linux server environment is recommended. + Technical Certificates in Information Technology with 3-4 years of previous experience in a Linux server environment is recommended. + Red Hat Linux, Red Hat Satellite, Experience with IBM SiView, DB2, WebSphere Application Server, WebSphere Liberty. + Experience with creating/supporting/maintaining simple python applications. Additional Information: Benefits: + Medical, Vision, and Dental + Competitive Pay and PTO + Flexible Heath Spending and Dependent Care Accounts + Basic / Optional Life Insurance + Post-Retirement Health Insurance + Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service. + Optional employee contributed retirement account. Salary Range: $76,000-$93,000 *Posted range is determined upon experience and education. Location: 257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203