Overview
Role: Linux Systems Administrator
Location: Mid Town Manhattan
Reports to: CEO
Compensation: $100k commensurate with experience
Contact: Dan Goldsmith dan@aclion.com 212/268-7300
About Us
Fast, accurate and easy to use, our Image Services Platform is a new way of thinking about real time image search and analysis. With our Software as a Service approach, our customers can easily integrate only the image services they need, with no expensive hardware or software to buy, and at speeds up to 40 times faster than the competition. Our flexible, scalable product suite allows businesses, government organizations and individuals to quickly and easily unlock the potential of images in powerful new ways. So whether you're looking to save money, prevent unwanted content, stop fraud, protect your country or your children, we have a solution that's right for you.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Install, configure and administer Linux servers
Troubleshoot server and performance problems
Support other employees - editors, customer service, etc. - in use of publishing and other applications running on the servers
Identify opportunities for introduction of new technology to help the company operate more efficiently or save money.
Some off-hours support carrying a rotation pager
Grid management.
Responsibilities include; Installing OS on server, setup firewall, engage with hosting facility and manage configurations.
Experience
Qualifications:
3-5 years' experience administering Linux systems
Advanced knowledge of Linux operating system environments specifically
and open-source software in general (mySQL, Perl, PHP, mod_perl)
Familiarity with Intel-based server hardware
Familiarity with network and system security tools
Experience with SAN technology is a plus
Good problem-solving abilities
BA or BS degree in computer science or related field is strongly preferred.
Experience in installing software and hardware is required.
Prior experience working at a start-up rapid-growth companies
Aggressive, motivated, results oriented, self-starter is a must
Ability to size up complex situations quickly and in a calm, professional manner.
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Effective presentation skills.
Expert in MS Office and other standard sales tools.