Senior Systems Administrator (Unix/Linux)

Fidelity TalentSource is your destination for discovering your next temporary role at Fidelity Investments! We are currently sourcing for a Senior Systems Administrator (Unix/Linux) to work in Fidelity's Enterprise Technology business unit in Durham, NC.How your work impacts the organizationFidelity's Enterprise Infrastructure Distributed Hosting is adding a Senior Systems Administrator to the Enterprise Server team. We are a dynamic group of professionals looking to leverage emerging data center based technologies to rapidly improve the ability of Fidelity's application teams. We strive to be fastest to deliver and easiest to consume technology services.As a Senior Systems Administrator supporting Fidelity's Enterprise Infrastructure server environment, you will be joining the Unix Technical Services (UTS) team and will engage in multiple Unix and Linux operating system administration tasks, including conducting complex operational support and problem resolution. You will support UTS in handling incident and requests and will collaborate and work extensively with technology partners across the Fidelity enterprise.This is a role intended to provide coverage for incident and change work during the US Second shift (11am †9pm), and assist with server build and upgrade activities. The position will work 10-hour days, 4 days a week, with one day being over the weekend.The Expertise we're looking forKnowledge on Linux, primarily Redhat Linux 7 and 8Experience with HPE and Dell server hardwareDisk storage managementVirtualization experience (Vmware)Oncall coverage experienceTroubleshooting skills on OS and HardwareShell Scripting, PythonExperience with Site Reliability Engineering and Cloud is plusExperience with Veritas products like Storage Foundation/Veritas Cluster Server is a plusThe Value you deliverA Senior Systems Administrator will be responsible for performing the following:Participate in complex and creative cross-functional assignments and multiple phases of a projectAdhere to departmental technical policies and proceduresWork independently on complex technology projectsManages complex system administration activities for multiple operating systems platformsLiaison with vendors to address hardware and software issuesInstall third party software packages as requiredPerform analysis of the Unix/Linux computing environment and identify methods to improve efficiencyProvide primary support (hardware and software), on a rotational basis, for all enterprise Unix and Linux serversEffectively manage and participate on projects that involve other groupsPrepare technical and project proposals for management review and approvalParticipate on cross-functional crisis resolution teams as requiredProvide research and analysis to support business unit project initiativesPerform on-call coverage on a rotational basis with other systems administrators in support of system hardware, software and business applicationsThe Skills you bringMaintenance & Operational SupportDevelops necessary project plans and manages process for hardware and software upgrades, including installation and testing.Develops complex scriptsSupports most complex serversCoordinates server consolidation initiativesProblem ResolutionConsults on most complex design and configuration issues, including topology, operating systems, and integration issuesTroubleshoots and resolves most complex, sophisticated hardware and operating system problemsAnticipates impact of change, and directs self and others in smoothly shifting gearsProject LeadershipHas tactical responsibility for completion and implementation of multiple major initiativesParticipates in the identification of and planning for future resource needsActs as a primary liaison for business units to resolve various project/technology issuesProvides technology solutions to daily issues and manages relationships to provide ongoing customer serviceProvides technical evaluation estimates on technology initiativesCOVID Work PolicySafety is our top priority. Once we can be together in person with fewer safety measures, this role will follow our dynamic working approach. You'll be spending some of your time onsite depending on the nature and needs of your role.Dynamic Working †Post PandemicOur aim is to combine the best of working offsite with coming together in person. For most teams this means a consistent balance of working from home and office that supports the needs of your role, experience level, and working style.Your success and growth is important to us, so you'll want to enjoy the benefits of coming together in person †face to face learning and training, quality time with your manager and teammates, building your career network, making friends, and taking full advantage of cultural and social experiences Fidelity provides for you.

Company Overview

Fidelity TalentSource is the in-house temporary staffing provider for Fidelity Investments, one of the largest and most diversified global financial services firms in the industry. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including technology and customer service, to fill assignments across Fidelity's U.S.-based regional and investor center locations. If you would like to experience Fidelity's supportive and collaborative culture while expanding your skill set and developing your professional network, consider a role with Fidelity TalentSource. Apply today at.

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At Fidelity Investments, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As a privately held company with a rich 75-year history, our mission has remained the same since our founding:

to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients . We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients' money. For information about working at Fidelity, visit.

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