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Linux Administrator

Job in Foster City, San Mateo County, California, 94420, USA
Listing for: Vertex Sigma Software
Part Time position
Listed on 2025-12-29
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    IT Support, Systems Administrator, Cloud Computing
Job Description & How to Apply Below

We're seeking an experienced Linux administrator to support the rollout and ongoing maintenance of our Linux desktop fleet, with a focus on configuration management, automation, and fleet operations.

Responsibilities
  • Perform Linux system installation, configuration, patching, and ongoing maintenance across physical and virtual desktops
  • Implement and maintain Salt Stack configurations to enforce system baselines and automate repeatable tasks
  • Contribute to sprint-based engineering efforts focused on endpoint reliability, compliance, and lifecycle management
  • Support incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis across a large fleet of Linux systems
  • Execute operational procedures for OS/software updates, re-imaging, and break/fix scenarios
  • Participate in change management processes and maintain accurate technical documentation
  • Collaborate with engineers and IT support teams to ensure endpoint compliance and functionality
Qualifications
  • 6+ years of experience supporting large-scale Linux desktop environments in production settings
  • Strong hands-on experience with Ubuntu/Debian Linux, including imaging, patching, and support
  • Proficient in configuration management tools such as Salt Stack, Chef, Puppet, or Ansible
  • Experience writing scripts in Bash and/or Python to automate common system tasks
  • Familiarity with sprint-based or agile project work
  • Experience with tools like Jira for task and incident tracking
  • Clear communicator with strong attention to detail and follow-through
  • Must be local to the Bay Area and able to work onsite at Foster City HQ at least 3 days per week


** Benefits**

    • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
    • Training & Development
    • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
    • Free breakfast and lunch
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