Linux System Administrator
Current OpeningsRichmond, Virginia, United States
Posted September 5, 2025
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Seneca Resources is a seasoned IT and engineering consulting firm that delivers end‑to‑end technology solutions to both public and private sector clients, including Fortune 100 companies and federal agencies. Over 15 years, the company has built a reputation for expertise in CIO/CTO and CISO services, ERP and CRM implementations, managed security, cloud migration, data analytics, and utility‑SMART solutions, supported by a robust PMO framework and Microsoft‑based platforms. Its cross‑industry focus spans energy, utilities, banking, automotive, manufacturing, healthcare, defense, national security, retail, digital media, oil & gas, and e‑commerce, enabling tailored solutions for each vertical. Seneca’s distinctive value lies in its blend of deep technical knowledge, proven delivery track record, and a global service footprint that empowers clients to modernize operations and achieve strategic objectives.
Job Description
The Government Client is hiring a Linux System Administrator to enhance, configure, deploy, and maintain system activities in support of a complex IT environment.
Requirements
- Administer and monitor Linux systems, OpenShift container platform, and other IT infrastructure.
- Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems, middleware, application software, and system management tools.
- Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks, including inventory management, roles, and group configurations.
- Proactively ensure maximum system uptime, reliability, and availability.
- Monitor system and application performance, identify bottlenecks, and collaborate with development teams to implement fixes.
- Maintain and enforce security standards, access controls, backup routines, and disaster recovery strategies.
- Automate routine or complex tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
- Coordinate with vendors and IT staff to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues.
- Respond to and resolve day-to-day tickets and service requests from development and other IT teams.
- Support deployments, configurations, and patching activities as needed.
- Document troubleshooting steps, solutions, and known issues to support knowledge sharing.
- Participate in after-hours support as needed.
