Pro-active. Knowledgeable. Professional. These are some of the many ways our customers describe the excellent service PEER 1 provides. PEER 1 is a leading IT infrastructure provider to startups and small to mid-size businesses. We deliver highly scalable network and hosting solutions that allow customers to focus on the possibilities of the Internet, not the problems. As network innovators and customer service specialists, we are constantly growing and looking for exceptional people to join our dynamic team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Systems Administration
ü Managing the following services for internal and external customers:
ü Internal and external DNS management
ü Internal and external FTP services
ü Website and Corporate load balancing configuration
ü Troubleshooting of Linux host issues, including operating system and application interaction
ü Troubleshooting of basic server-side first-tier networking/connectivity issues, including:
§ Network device configuration and connectivity issues
§ Issues with load balancing and service configuration
§ Simple network pathing and routing issue
ü Must have strong knowledge of the Linux operating system and basic knowledge of networking concepts
ü Excellent troubleshooting skills and a proven documentation methodology is also required
ü Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to interact well with peers and customers.
ü A degree in Computer Science or at least three years¹ relevant experience in a large-scale technical operations environment is preferred
ü Strong programming skills in at least one of the following languages is highly desired: Perl, C, C++ or Shell (bash, ksh, csh)
ü Working knowledge of a second programming language is a plus
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS
ü Strong programming skills in at least one of the following languages is highly desired: Perl, C, C++ or Shell (bash, ksh, csh) .
ü Good technical knowledge in technology methodologies and design.
ü Good analytical and design skills at single-product/multi-environment level.
ü Aware of business issues as they impact overall project plans.
ü Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
ü Knowledge of any monitoring system preferred.
ü Solaris experience a plus.
ü Able to resolve problems in a timely manner.
ü PC s, hardware equipment, various database and software applications, and networking systems.
ü The right candidate for this position will have a strong background in systems configuration, design, integration, security management, and development.
ü This person must have the ability to function within a highly dynamic, results driven and high-pressure environment in order to achieve required objectives.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
ü A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience is required, with minimum 4+ year s system administration experience or 2-3 years specialty engineering experience.
ü Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.
ü Able to work successfully both independently and on a team.
ü Creative thinking and ability to 'think outside the box' are ESSENTIAL.
ü Well organized, attentive to details, and able to meet demanding deadlines.