Linux System Administrator.

Dear freelancer, Job description Job Title: Local system administrator (OLAF IT sensitive function) - System Administrator level 4 Overall purpose The Linux administrator will be part of the Local System Administrator (LSA) team who manages the OLAF's IT infrastructure. Although the main task of the LSA will be managing the Linux server environment and Documentum, the successful candidate will also participate in other normal tasks performed by the team (storage management, database management, backup routines ...). Functions and duties Maintain current Linux installation OLAF currently has a base of 80 Linux systems hosting Oracle databases and other specific applications. The LSA shall ensure that these Servers are installed according to industry and EU Commission standards, that they are available according to the relevant SLA and are always up-to-date with respect to security patches. The LSA shall take care of all housekeeping activities such as backups, automating installations, health checks, performance checks, and monitoring. Maintain Documentum installation In 2016, OLAF implemented the Documentum software suite which is used for OLAF's document management platform. This suite of applications is running on a number of virtualized Linux Servers. The Linux LSA shall participate in building and maintaining the environments (test, acceptance and production), and set up systems in accordance with the availability requirements. S(he) will support and troubleshoot all aspects of this Documentum installation and properly document the installation and maintenance procedures. Maintain specific applications The Linux administrator should also be able to maintain a number of business applications used within OLAF. This responsibility is expected to increase over time as the candidate acquires the necessary knowledge. Some of the applications will be Linux based but the majority of the system administration tools will be Windows based, and the Linux administrator will be expected to also use these tools. Job Requirements Knowledge and experience OLAF requires a minimum of 8 years of relevant and proven experience with IT system management and Linux (preferably Red Hat). Experience and understanding of networked virtual environments using either a Linux hypervisor or Hyper-V from Microsoft is a must. Further experience in networking, storage systems (NetApp), desktop management (Landesk, McAfee), monitoring (PRTG) is desirable. Previous Documentum experience is highly desirable, but not absolutely required. A willingness to learn Documentum is mandatory. Knowledge of performance tuning and performance troubleshooting will be needed. Job description Linux LSA Although the main focus of this job will be Linux administration, knowledge of Microsoft Windows server 2008, 2012 and 2016 will be needed, eg applying group policies in an Active Directory, scheduling tasks, monitoring events and performance counters. The team works in shifts to cover the opening hours from 7:30 until 18:30 the Linux LSA shall be part of this routine. Availability Full time Languages English: Good language skills required: both written and spoken. Vetting The successful candidate must either hold or be willing to undergo a personal security clearance equivalent to at least EU Confidential level. Required interpersonal skills Team player, Self-starter, Good communicator, Good listener. Interested? Apply.