[BBLISA-jobs] The Broad Institute- Linux Systems Administrator II

[Steve Downing]

The Broad Institute has an exciting and challenging position available 
for a Linux Systems Administrator.  Interested candidates can apply 
online at http://www.broadinstitute.org/careers by reviewing Requisition 
#866 or contact Steve Downing  directly at downing at broadinstitute.org. 
The job description is below.


_*Systems Administrator II*_


OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Help ensure the effective operation of the over 1700 Linux servers (both 
physical and virtual) directly supporting research activities at the 
Broad. These comprise several large HPC clusters and a number of 
database and application servers. Troubleshoot hardware issues and 
ensure timely resolution, enlisting vendor hardware support as required. 
Participate in the physical installation and provisioning of new server 
hardware, including initial OS setup and configuration. Respond to 
reports of server outages. Maintain documentation of server 
configuration and status of open hardware service issues. Develop server 
configuration management and provisioning techniques. Assist in 
performance evaluation and tuning.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

.Monitor systems for normal operation and performance.
.Assist in the installation, provisioning and deployment of new 
computing hardware and associated software
.Ensure timely software updates
.Investigate server hardware issues and coordinate resolution with 
vendor service technicians.
.Investigate server software issues and resolve configuration issues.
.Document administrative procedures and issue resolutions
.Perform off-hours work as required to accommodate production 
requirements or respond to high-priority service requests
.Other tasks as required

REQUIREMENTS

.Bachelor's degree in computer science or other technical discipline 
with basic knowledge of IT computing systems
.1-3 years of related experience (SAGE level II ). This is a junior 
level position with opportunity for growth.
.Experience managing Linux systems for a diverse user base.
.Good communication skills
.Familiarity with Linux clusters and resource management software (e.g., 
LSF, SGE, PBS)desireable


Broad will not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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Steven Downing
Senior Recruiter
The Broad Institute of MIT & Harvard
T: 617-714-7437
F: 617-714-8993
7 Cambridge Center
Cambridge, MA 02142
downing at broadinstitute.org
http://www.broadinstitute.org/careers

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