[gnhlug-jobs] Sr Linux & Unix Research Administrator-Cambridge, MA

Michael T Knauth mknauth at treetopt.com
Wed Jun 2 17:10:16 EDT 2010


We are currently looking a Linux & Unix Research System Administrator on behalf of our client, a global leader in the bio-technology industry.  This position is part of the company's Research Informatics Application Support Team and is specifically focused on supporting the Unix and Linux environments and associated applications used in research.  This is long term contract opportunity.  If you are interested in HPC, HA Linux Clusters and supporting an environment/community with complex problems/research then this is a good opportunity for you.  I can be reached at mknauth at treetopt.com

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

--Supporting users of the applications (scientific and web applications) by ensuring updates are performed, solving functional problems with the applications in a timely matter, and heeding the priorities of the user community.
--Installing applications according to established standards and processes to enable execution on Linux servers, Beowulf parallel cluster,  and workstations
--Helping customers use the Beowulf parallel cluster efficiently for their computational needs.
--Analyzing and troubleshooting problems encountered by computational chemists, library staff and other researchers related to vendor and custom software applications in the Linux environment.
--Coordinating with vendors, the user community and internal technical resources to ensure successful completion of application evaluation projects and application upgrades
--Coordinating with application development teams to gather requirements and recommend the optimal configuration for application servers and storage.
--Creating realistic testing scenarios and scripts to use before and after equipment and software version upgrades
--Following required group and department procedures for installations, upgrades and purchases.
--Participating in the creation of system and support documentation for supported applications and applicable support processes
--Maintaining all required license, application and infrastructure documentation and records.

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate MUST have the following experience to be considered for this opportunity:

--BS in Computer Science or related discipline
--5 to 10 years in system administration and application support in a Unix/Linux environment
--3 to 5 years experience in Shell scripting (tcsh and bash), TCP/IP, NFS, CIFS (SMB), PAM, Apache, JBoss, DHCP and SystemImager.
--3 to 5 years experience in a customer/application support role in a biotech/pharmaceutical or academic research environment
--2 to 3 years experience managing a high availability Linux cluster; experience with Cluster File Systems, Beowulf parallel clusters, Moab, Torque/PBS, MPI and OS upgrades or equivalent products/environments
--Working knowledge of Perl, network information directories (like NIS, Active Directory, LDAP, ...), PHP, Java, gnome, KDE
--Excellent communications and customer service skills
--Proven problem solving/troubleshooting skills
--Demonstrated understanding of the principles and technologies associated with installation, maintenance, and integration of servers and applications in an enterprise environment.


Ideal candidates will also possess the following:
--Preference for working in a collaborative, team environment
--Ability to work independently and with little supervision
--Proven decision making skills
--Demonstrated ability to establish and meet priorities and deadlines
--Sense of humor


A PARTNER IN YOUR SUCCESS

TreeTop Technologies helps qualified IT professionals advance their careers by securing challenging positions with leading organizations in New England and North Carolina. Our strong relationships with mid-market and Fortune 500 companies in financial, biotech, pharmaceutical, education, hi-tech and other industries enable us to present a steady stream of attractive opportunities to consultants in our network. Known for putting the right people in the right place at the right time, and for our effective ongoing communications and support, we prepare, place and promote the success of IT professionals with a range of technical and functional expertise. Our team not only gets you in the door, but also becomes a partner in your ongoing success.

We offer all our consultants the following benefits:

-- FREE Medical coverage
-- Guardian dental coverage
-- Competitive compensation with direct deposit
-- Online payroll and benefits account management
-- John Hancock 401k plan
-- Long term disability (LTD) coverage
-- Short term disability (STD) coverage
-- Life insurance
-- Online technical training
-- Company-wide commissions program

Mike Knauth
Staffing Consultant
TreeTop Technologies, Inc.
Tel: (617) 795-2550 x106
Fax: (617) 795-2551
Email: mknauth at TreeTopT.com<mailto:mknauth at TreeTopT.com>
http://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeknauth

The Best Solutions start with The Best People(tm) @ www.TreeTopT.com<http://www.treetopt.com/>

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