Woodward is looking for a Linux System Administrator to manage and maintain Unix systems (server hardware, storage, operating systems, and utilities) that run critical, enterprise business applications, ensuring their availability, security, performance, and scalability.
Requirements
- Strong technical expertise in Linux or AIX operating systems, with a solid understanding of Unix principles, command-line operations, and file system management.
- Proven troubleshooting skills, capable of diagnosing and resolving issues across server hardware, operating systems, and application software.
- Knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, including data storage, backup and recovery best practices, and performance optimization.
- Working knowledge of programming languages (e.g., bash, KSH, Perl, Python, Ansible, PowerShell)
- 2+ years of experience as a Unix (Linux or AIX) administrator
- Familiarity with application software (e.g., Apache, Tomcat, Backup software) preferred
- Knowledge of networking principles including routing, subnets, TCP, IP, VLANs, and UDP.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and update Unix systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu, AIX) by reviewing, testing, and implementing OS releases and vendor patches to ensure stability and security.
- Manage system reliability and data integrity through regular backups, recovery procedures, and troubleshooting of hardware/software issues.
- Collaborate across teams — working with application owners, network engineers, developers, and DBAs — to ensure Unix systems meet business needs for availability, scalability, and performance.
- Configure and manage file systems within enterprise storage environments, ensuring efficient data access and utilization.
- Provide after-hours support as needed, including evenings, weekends, and on-call rotations, to ensure continuous system availability and rapid incident response.
- Contribute to IT initiatives by actively participating in both local and global project teams, supporting infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and process improvements.
- Monitor and maintain 24x7 system availability, leveraging proactive tools and practices to detect issues early and ensure optimal performance across Unix environments.
Other
- Associate's Degree; 1+ year of additional related experience is accepted in lieu of a degree.
- Self-motivated and adaptable, with a passion for continuous learning and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments—both independently and within collaborative teams.
- This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
- Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.
