Network Administrator/sc

Client: University of South Carolina - Columbia Campus

Duration: 6 months

Location: Columbia, SC (100% REMOTE)

Scope of the project:
Linux Server Patching - To maintain the security and stability of the Linux servers, three patching sessions are conducted each month, with each session lasting three hours. In case of any issues, the sessions may be extended. Additionally, 10 hours are required for preparation, making the total time required 19 hours. (Total 19 Hours)

Linux Resource Modifications - The performance of virtual machines (VMs) on Linux servers depends on critical resources like CPU, memory, and storage. Whenever there is a request for an increase in resources, the Linux admins take necessary actions that could take anywhere from half an hour to several hours, depending on the requirement. The time required for this activity can vary from as low as 15 hours per month to more, depending on the number of requests received. (Total - 15-20 Hours per Month)

Migrations and Cutovers for Linux Servers - Migrating or cutting over to new Linux servers requires some level of automation, but there is still a significant amount of manual work involved. The time required for migrations and cutovers depends on the volume and complexity of the changes, and a few hours per migration ticket is typically required. Time should also be allotted for resolving any issues that arise during the process. (Total - 10 to 25 Hours per Month)

SMTP Server Management - The Linux admins are responsible for managing the SMTP infrastructure and handling issues like queue blockages, blocked domains, and other message flow issues. They also manage the whitelisting for lower environments using these tickets. The time required for this activity varies depending on the number of tickets and issues but could range between 5-8 hours per month as a minimum. (Total - 5-8 Hours per Month)

DNS/DHCP/IPAM Management - The Linux admins are responsible for managing the DNS, DHCP, and IPAM infrastructure, including patching the underlying infrastructure. They handle advanced tickets related to DDI issues, and the time required for this activity depends on the number of tickets and issues, but it could range between 5-8 hours per month as a minimum. (Total 5-8 Hours per Month)

Incidents for Linux and *NIX based servers, systems, and appliances - The Linux admins are responsible for handling incidents related to server infrastructure, DNS (EIP), SMTP, vCenter, and networking/telephony appliances. The time required for this activity is entirely dependent on the number and severity/complexity of the incidents. Most incidents concerning DCIS require Linux admin support, and an estimate of the total time spent on all P1 incidents by DCIS should be taken. (Total - 10 - 20 Hours per Month)

Projects - Linux administrators are needed in key projects such as Cloud Transformation, Public Cloud Migrations, Public Cloud Billing, as well as other projects that the critical path is affected by not having Linux Admins. (Total - 20-30 Hours)

REQUIRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
RHEL Linux
VMWare
DNS/DHCP
SMTP Server Management

PREFERRED SKILLS (RANK IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE):
Project Work
IPAM (DDI Management)
Public Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
BACHELORS IN IT OR RELATED FIELD AND 5+ YEAR’S EXPERIENCE OR EQUIVALENCY

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
RED HAT LINUX CERTIFICATION.

**Job Category**:Network Administrator**Job Type**:Contract**Job Location**:REMOTE SC(Columbia)