About the Role
TISTA Science and Technology is seeking a Linux/UNIX System Administrator to join our growing team. At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, mission-driven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive. We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing. We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do.
Responsibilities
- Administer enterprise Linux systems and cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and OCI.
- Perform OS installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, monitoring, and security hardening in on-premise and multi-cloud environments.
- Support 24x7x365 operations, including alternate shifts, and adhere to SOPs, security standards, and change-control procedures.
- Perform routine Linux/UNIX system administration tasks, maintain logs, and ensure system efficiency and reliability.
- Troubleshoot systems, networks, and high-availability environments; apply debugging protocols and implement corrective actions.
- Install operating systems using automated tools (Kickstart, Jumpstart, Ignite) and follow all SOPs.
- Apply VA-approved OS hardening, configure file systems and backup clients, and install layered software (Apache, WebLogic, Oracle DB, Tuxedo).
- Apply OS patches, firmware updates, and vendor patch sets; manage user accounts; monitor system logs and escalate issues as needed.
- Implement security hardening per Service Requests and Change Requests; follow local SOPs for daily operations.
- Support incident and problem resolution; participate in fault isolation; open vendor support cases when needed.
- Resolve OS-related issues during scheduled maintenance windows.
- Administer Linux systems across AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and OCI; troubleshoot cloud production issues across compute, storage, networking, and identity services.
- Perform cloud patching, vulnerability remediation, controlled maintenance, and ensure monitoring and backup readiness across platforms.
Requirements
- Proven Linux/UNIX system administration experience, including complex troubleshooting and high-availability systems.
- Hands-on experience with automated provisioning (Kickstart, Jumpstart, Ignite).
- Knowledge of OS patching, security hardening, monitoring, and backup tools.
- Familiarity with Apache, WebLogic, Oracle DB, and Tuxedo.
- Ability to pass a Tier 4/HIGH Background Investigation.
Skills
- Linux/UNIX System Administration
- AWS
- Azure
- Google Cloud
- OCI
- OS Installation
- System Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Monitoring
- Security Hardening
- Automated Provisioning
- Kickstart
- Jumpstart
- Ignite
- OS Patching
- File System Configuration
- Backup Client Configuration
- Apache
- WebLogic
- Oracle DB
- Tuxedo
- Incident Resolution
- Problem Resolution
- Fault Isolation
- Vendor Support Case Management
- Cloud Patching
- Vulnerability Remediation
- Controlled Maintenance
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- On-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 8 years of relevant experience may substitute for education
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electronics engineering or related technical discipline
Benefits
- Above Industry Healthcare Benefits
- Remote Working Options
- Paid Time Off
- Training/Certification opportunities
- Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account
- Paid Life Insurance
- Short-term & Long-term Disability
- 401K Match
- Professional development reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays
- Military Leave
About the Company
- TISTA Science and Technology is seeking a Linux/UNIX System Administrator to join our growing team.
- At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, mission‑driven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive.
- We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing.
- We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do.
