Entry-Level System Administrator

Company Description

Entry-Level System Administrator
Location: San Jose, CA
Contract (1 Year)
Compensation: $6,000~/month (DOE)
Work Hours: 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM (subject to change)

We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level System Administrator to support infrastructure operations and engineering initiatives. This role involves hands-on system administration, infrastructure support, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain and optimize IT systems.

Job Description

Infrastructure & System Administration

Design and implement system administration solutions for project and operational needs

Install, configure, and maintain servers, hardware, storage, and services

Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, etc.)

Support storage systems (NetApp, Dell/EMC, PureStorage, etc.)

Utilize infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible

Manage deployment tools (Foreman) and inventory systems (GLPI)

Maintain and configure network equipment (Cisco, Mellanox, etc.)

Operations & Support

Perform system monitoring, log analysis, and ensure system availability

Apply security patches and maintain compliance across systems

Conduct backup operations and ensure data integrity

Monitor security systems and respond to potential threats

Manage user accounts and access controls

Troubleshoot hardware/software issues and coordinate resolutions

Maintenance & Optimization

Apply OS upgrades, patches, and system updates

Manage tools such as Jira, Git, LDAP, Jenkins, and VMware environments

Perform performance tuning and system optimization

Maintain documentation and system procedures

Support after-hours or weekend work when required

Qualifications

1+ year of system administration experience in Linux environments

Hands-on experience with:

Linux systems (CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.)

Shell scripting, cron jobs, log analysis

User and group management, iptables configuration

Exposure to VMware and DevOps tools (Jenkins, Git) preferred

Familiarity with networking equipment (Cisco preferred)

Understanding of web technologies (SSL, reverse proxy, HTTP, etc.)

Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities

Excellent communication skills (technical & non-technical)

Preferred Certifications:

CompTIA Linux+, RHCSA, or RHCE

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to rack/stack servers and move equipment between data centers and labs

Candidates should be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently

Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with enterprise-level infrastructure and tools

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.