Linux Administrator - SGA Inc.

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Linux Administrator for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in Ft Lauderdale, FL.

Responsibilities :

• Identify opportunities to automate and standardize information security controls.
• Resolve any vulnerabilities or issues detected in an application or infrastructure.
• Analyze source code to mitigate identified weaknesses and vulnerabilities within the system.
• Review and validate automated testing results and prioritize actions that resolve issues based on overall risk.
• Scan and analyze applications with automated tools, and perform manual testing if necessary.
• Working knowledge of Linux, networking, and application management on as big data tools for troubleshooting, and security strategies.
• Reduce risk by analyzing the root cause of issues, their impact, and required corrective actions.
• Direct the development and delivery of secure solutions by coordinating with business and technical contacts.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding the firm, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Linux System administration
• Troubleshooting to support operations.
• Shell Scripting
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and software.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.
• Proven analytical skills.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to manage their time against deliverables.
• Linux in general (SA Skills is desired/plus)
• Scripting (must)
• Troubleshooting (must)
• Monitoring
• Previous or current IT Operations experience.
• Be able to work under pressure and clearly articulate to management current problems, escalation process, etc.
• Follow domain process and procedures.
• Resolve product / application escalations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and support multiple applications in our domain.
• Maintain track and complete assigned tickets (Jira, ServiceNow, etc).
• Understand Big data platforms and previous experience with Splunk, Dtex, ArcSight, etc is a plus.
• Excellent communication and process documentation.

Preferred Skills:

• Advance shell scripting
  • Excellent communication (bilingual is desired).
  • Understand Big data platforms and previous working experience.
  • Additional Scripting Experience.
• Spanish (Desired/plus)

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.