[Discuss] [Position-available] Position Available

[ksutherland at ibasis.net (Kerri Sutherland)]

Title: Sr. Unix and Storage Administrator

Job Description & Required Skill Set

Responsibilities:

Serve as member of the Unix and Storage Administration team in managing
the day-to-day operations of the company's computer environment and
periodic project execution.  The selected candidate will be responsible
for problem analysis and trouble-shooting tasks that might involve
system tuning, including kernel compilation and tuning system parameters
for optimal performance and security.  Demonstrate an ability to make
decisions that ensure quick resolution of events and to provide
recommendations and expertise to enhance system performance and
availability.  Plan and perform installation, upgrades and patches to
Unix OS.  Demonstrated customer service skills and expertise in
communicating with internal and external customers about the extent of
an issue and a realistic timeline for resolution.  Candidate must be
prepared to provide status reports and follow-ups to the customer about
their ongoing issues.  Backup/restore and data protection systems (EMC
Networker) - develop procedures for backup and restore of the Unix
operations system and databases.  Perform capacity planning and make
recommendations.  This job also requires the selected candidate to carry
a pager/phone to provide on-call support work for a 24X7 prodution
environment.   

Requirements:

Strong experience in a complex 24X7 environment.  Advanced knowledge of
Veritas Foundation Suite.  Clustering experience, including experience
using SANs with shared file-systems and dedicated hardware load
balancing.  Experience implementing a layered approach to network and
host based security.  Basic TCP/IP networking knowledge needed.  Strong
shell scripting experience a must.  Strong experience working with Sun
Solaris and Linux is required.  Extensive in-depth knowledge of EMC SAN
and NAS.  Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written
and oral.  Can-do attitude in daily operations duties and
trouble-shooting issues.  Excellent trouble-shooting and problem-solving
skills.  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  Must be
able to work flexible hours as needed.  Experience with Oracle, Netezza,
and in a Telephony environment are a plus.  Must have at least 3 years
of experience as a Sr. level Unix Systems Administrator and experience
supporting Production, Development, and QA systems. 

Job Type:

Full- time permanent position

Compensation: 

Competitive (based on experience); plus medical, dental, life, 401k
benefits 

Company Description: 

iBasis is one of the largest carriers of international voice traffic in
the world and a global leader in VoIP. In December 2009, iBasis became a
wholesale subsidiary of Royal KPN N.V., the national carrier of the
Netherlands, creating a new iBasis with unsurpassed strength in the
fastest-growing segments of global telecommunications-VoIP and mobile
with access to tremendous resources.

In addition to global voice termination, iBasis provides innovative
mobile data services in its Mobile Matrix portfolio and prepaid calling
services, including calling cards sold through distributors and its
online Pingo offering. 

The iBasis Network(tm) includes our highly efficient global Voice over
IP infrastructure and extensive TDM. In the worldwide migration to
"All-IP" networks, iBasis has a distinct advantage-we've been delivering
high quality international voice services over IP since 1998. 

Location:

Burlington, MA

Placement Organization: 

direct hire- iBasis 

Please apply via our website:

http://www.ibasis.com/about-us/contact-us.aspx



Thank you- please let me know if you need more information. 

 

Regards, 

Kerri 

 

Kerri Sutherland 

Human Resource Coordinator 

20 Second Avenue Burlington, MA 01803

Phone: 781-505-7482

Fax: 781-998-4694

Email: Ksutherland at iBasis.net <blocked::mailto:Ksutherland at iBasis.net> 

Visit us at: www.ibasis.com <http://www.ibasis.com/>