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Linux Systems Administrator
CIRES/NSIDC Professional Research Assistant

Here is your chance to make a difference in the world of climate change. The National Snow and Ice Data Center is looking for a Systems Administrator. NSIDC is a University of Colorado center and a component of the Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES). NSIDC manages and distributes scientific data, creates tools for data access, supports data users, performs scientific research, and educates the public about the cryosphere. You will be involved with the delivery and distribution of satellite-derived data for the scientific study of the polar regions.

Overview

The Systems Administrator is one of a group of administrators at NSIDC managing and maintaining the technological infrastructure. The Systems Administrator will set up, administer, and optimize heterogeneous servers and workstations: Windows, Linux, Macintosh, LAN/WAN, and the storage area network. They will participate in the evaluation of technologies that will provide greater flexibility, dependability, and efficiency. They will implement new technologies as required to support business requirements. The ideal candidate will have advanced skill in troubleshooting problem trends to suggest both long-term solutions and near-term fixes, as well as providing root-cause analysis and recommendations.

Duties

• Configure and build Linux servers and workstations following operational and security procedures.
• Maintain and enhance the data storage infrastructure: RAID SAN, fiber channel, StorNext server and client.
• Monitor and maintain multiple hardware platforms: HP, Sun, Macintosh.
• Manage network services: Email, Printing, SSH, NFS, Syslog.
• Will be responsible for priority planning and the day-to-day production support.
• In Linux, Windows, and Mac environment: install new software releases, systems upgrades, evaluate and install patches and resolve software related problems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Provide advanced system administration for Linux, Windows, and OSX.
• Must have in-depth knowledge of 32 and 64 bit Intel/AMD hardware platforms.
• Must have familiarity with RPM package management/maintenance.
• Must have ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, to include resources, priorities and time lines.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows and/or Linux system administrator functions, database management, software licensing and end user support.

Desirable Skills

• Shell and/or perl scripting
• Familiarity with VMware technology
• Experience with Apache and Tomcat server
• Familiarity with StorNext server/client technology
• Familiarity with sendmail, postfix, procmail, imap, spamassassin.
• Familiarity with LDAP and Active Directory authentication.

The position will be filled as a Professional Research Assistant at the University of Colorado at Boulder and will be eligible for employee benefits, including 22 days of vacation per year and an excellent savings plan. The job will remain open until filled. To apply, email jobs@cires.colorado.edu , or mail or fax (303.492.1149), the job code NSIDC-9, a letter of interest, full resume, salary history, and names and contact information of three references to:

CIRES Human Resources
Job Code NSIDC-9
216 UCB
Boulder, CO 80309-0216

The University of Colorado at Boulder is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment, and is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

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