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Linux System AdministratorTIER4 GROUP • Natick, MA, US
Linux System Administrator

Linux System Administrator

TIER4 GROUP • Natick, MA, US
15 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Linux Systems Administrator

6+ Month Contract

Hybrid in Natick, MA

Key Responsibilities :

Linux System Management :

  • Manage and maintain 1000+ Unix / Linux cases across the organization, ensuring operational efficiency and security compliance.
  • Serve as the primary Systems Administrator for Linux Endpoints, including servers and workstations, ensuring full compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and support Linux-based systems to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability.

Policy Development and Compliance :

  • Review and contribute to the development of policies and responsibilities related to Linux Endpoint Management, in collaboration with the Policy Owner.
  • Ensure Linux endpoints comply with security and operational policies.
  • Linux Endpoint Management Strategy :

  • Lead and contribute to the development and implementation of our Linux Endpoint Management strategy.
  • Collaborate with Platform Engineering to define scope, requirements, and strategies for managing Linux endpoints.
  • Work closely with software development teams to implement pilot projects for Linux Endpoint Management.
  • Review and develop detailed project plans, identifying initial use cases (e.g., build machines vs. desktops) and establishing clear goals and timelines for successful implementation.
  • Implementation and Communication :

  • Draft and communicate policies, management guidelines, and implementation strategies for Linux Endpoint Management across the organization.
  • Lead initial pilot projects to implement Linux Endpoint Management, ensuring timely execution, testing, and monitoring.
  • Inventory and track Linux devices for pilot teams, updating asset inventories with key attributes.
  • Establish and manage devices in the Linux Management Platform for streamlined automation and configuration.
  • Automation & Configuration Management :

  • Leverage Linux Management Platform for the configuration and management of new Linux VMs, ensuring adherence to management standards such as hardened configurations, encryption, security tools, and patching.
  • For existing VMs, ensure timely OS updates, security patching, and installation of monitoring and management tools including, AV / EDR and other Security tools / agents).
  • Implement and monitor system security and compliance, ensuring all systems are properly configured and up-to-date with the latest security patches and software updates.
  • Security & Monitoring :

  • Implement system hardening configurations, including encrypted VM setups and security tools.
  • Ensure all systems adhere to security best practices, including device encryption, patch management, and secure configurations.
  • Develop and maintain a robust methodology for updating and patching systems, ensuring continued compliance and protection against vulnerabilities.
  • Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Proven experience managing Linux-based systems in an enterprise environment, including both servers and workstations (min 5 years)
  • Strong expertise with Linux systems, security, and endpoint management platforms and tools.
  • Solid understanding of system hardening, VM configuration, and patch management methodologies.
  • Familiarity with automation tools and techniques for system management and configuration.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience working with cross-functional teams to implement and manage policies.
  • Excellent project management skills and evidence of relevant capabilities / experience.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues in a timely manner.
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of Linux systems and endpoint management projects.
  • Preferred Skills :

  • Experience with large-scale Linux endpoint management and automation.
  • Familiarity with managing systems in a cloud environment (AWS, Azure, etc.).
  • Experience with Ansible for configuration management and automation.
  • Familiarity with IT security tools and methodologies, such as MS Defender, Rapid7, and encryption standards.
  • Experience with Ansible, Puppet; Foreman; Chef; Atlassian Jira; Confluence; Service Now.
  • Experience with VMWare; vSphere; AWS; Azure; Terraform; Docker.
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