Linux System Administrator - MID Level - Cook Systems : Job Details

Launch Your Career with Cook SystemsReady to elevate your career? Cook Systems, a certified veteran-owned IT consulting firm, has been transforming businesses and careers since 1990. Whether you're aiming to work with a Fortune 500 company or a small business, we've got you covered.Our core values—integrity, investment, and innovation—drive everything we do, ensuring you grow and succeed in a dynamic, supportive environment. We understand the importance of work-life balance and personal growth. Our cutting-edge IT consulting partners and FastTrack talent program are designed to help you excel.Join our forward-thinking team where excellence and creativity are valued every day. Check out what our associates have to say on Glassdoor. Ready to take your career to new heights? Cook Systems is where your journey to success begins!Job Responsibilities:Manage, configure, and maintain RHEL servers in a production environment.Perform regular system patching, updates, and vulnerability management across multiple systems.Administer and support Kubernetes clusters, ensuring high availability and scalability.Monitor and troubleshoot systems using ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) stack for log management and analysis.Work with other teams to ensure system security, optimize performance, and manage backups.Assist in ongoing migration of infrastructure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and maintain hybrid infrastructure during the transition.Implement automation for system management tasks, ensuring efficiency and repeatability.Collaborate with DevOps and security teams to streamline deployment processes and maintain compliance with government regulations.Support disaster recovery planning, including testing failover capabilities and restoring operations in case of failure.Job Qualifications:3-5 years of experience in Linux systems administration (preferably RHEL).Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (K8s) administration and orchestration.Experience with the ELK stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana) for monitoring and log analysis.Strong knowledge of system patching, updates, and security management in an enterprise environment.Familiarity with automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or similar.Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience is a strong plus.Certifications in RHEL, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), and/or Google Cloud are highly desirable.Experience in cloud migrations or hybrid cloud environments.Additional DetailsWorkplace Setting: OnsiteJob Type: ContractSeniority Level: Mid Senior LevelJob Function: Information TechnologyWhy Work with UsAt Cook Systems, we prioritize our employees' well-being and future with a comprehensive benefits package. Full-time employees enjoy benefits starting the first of the month following their start date. Our benefits include:Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Choose from two medical plan options and benefit from the extensive BCBS network, ensuring quality healthcare for you and your family.Life, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance through Unum: Financial security and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.Flexible Spending Account (FSA) through Navia: Manage healthcare and daycare expenses with tax-advantaged options.Health Gap Insurance through Sunlife: Additional coverage to bridge any financial gaps in your healthcare needs.401(k) Plan with Company Match through The Standard: Plan for a secure financial future with our company match, available after six months of service.By joining Cook Systems, you'll become part of a supportive and innovative community where your contributions are highly valued. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!#IND1 #LI-CS1