Windows / Linux Admin
About the role
Vaco is currently seeking a Windows / Linux Administrator for a 12M+ Contract opportunity that is remote. The Windows / Linux Administrator will focus on providing enterprise Windows / Linux Server Administration while modernizing and automating infrastructure operations.
The Windows / Linux Administrator will maintain the health, stability, performance, and security of hybrid server environments, troubleshoot complex operating system issues, support VMware-based virtual infrastructure, and implement automation via Bash, PowerShell, and Python scripting.
Responsibilities
The Windows / Linux Administrator will leverage IaC, version control, and configuration management to automate infrastructure provisioning, improve configuration consistency, and support scalable enterprise operations.
Requirements
- Windows Server Administration - Active Directory / Entra ID (Azure AD) / Group Policy / PowerShell Scripting / DNS / DHCP / Server Performance Tuning / Troubleshooting / Patch/Lifecycle Management
- Linux Administration - Enterprise Linux Environments (RHEL / Ubuntu / CentOS / Rocky Linux) / Bash Scripting / System Performance Tuning / Troubleshooting / Package/Service Management
- Infrastructure Automation - PowerShell / Bash / Python | Automating Administrative Tasks / Server Provisioning / Operational Workflows
- IaC / Version Control - IaC Concepts / Git / Azure DevOps | Automated Infrastructure Deployment / Configuration Standardization
- Virtualization Administration - VMware Virtual Infrastructure / VM Provisioning / Resource Management / Performance Optimization
- Server Performance / Incident Resolution - Diagnosing Complex Windows / Linux Performance Issues / Root Cause Analysis / System Monitoring / Capacity Planning / Performance Optimization
- Configuration Management (preferred / working knowledge) - Chef / Configuration Management Platforms | Supporting Automated Configuration / Compliance / Infrastructure Consistency
Benefits
The individual may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.
Pay
Determining compensation for this role depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. The salary range for the role is up to $70W2+ (based on experience-level).
Schedule
This is a 12M+ Contract opportunity.