All: Myriad Genetics has a job opening for a Linux sysadmin. I have been with Myriad as a SysAdmin for nearly 5 years and have enjoyed my employment here, for the most part. I worked with Ryan Simpkins at WestHost way back when. The following job description is a blatant copy/paste of the job as described by my manager. If you have questions about the job and/or about Myriad, I will answer them as honestly as possible. If needed, I will answer some of your questions off-list.
Description:------------ Myriad Genetics is looking for a Unix system administrator who possesses a strong level of experience and technical skill, particularly in administering Hitachi and NetApp SAN environments. The candidate must also demonstrate excellent customer service and initiative to ensure business needs are understood and met. Specific Duties:---------------- Perform design, implementation, and administration of hardware and software systems including, but not limited to: * Hitachi (HDS) SAN (USPV, VSP) & Brocade Directors* NetApp Filers* ISCSI, NFS, and Fiber based storage* RedHat Enterprise Linux 4, 5, 6* Solaris x86* Dell server hardware* VMware ESX Infrastructure* Web/Application Servers (Tomcat, JBoss)* Backup/recovery systems (NetBackup Enterprise)* Monitoring systems (Nagios, Cacti)* Enhancing documentation of environments* Automate applicable processes using scripting skills (shell, perl)* Contribute to on-call rotation for 24x7 support* Participate in scheduled off hours monthly maintenance activities* Resolve ticket requests from the business units and end users in a customer focused and timely manner* User account administration* Train users and cross-train IT staff as needed* Ensure system backups are executed regularly and efficiently* Ensure system security through use of tools and standard processes* Work with vendors and service providers as needed to resolve issues and ensure best practices are followed Qualifications:--------------- Minimum Requirements to be considered for the position: * BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related degree, or equivalent experience* 5+ years of progressively responsible work in Unix or Linux server administration, preferably in a medium to large enterprise.* 3+ years of SAN administration* Backup system administration* Perl and/or shell scripting skills* Excellent troubleshooting skills* Knowledge of NFS, NIS, LDAP, and DNS* Experience with Web/Application Server administration (Tomcat, JBoss, etc.) A successful candidate will demonstrate: *Continuous improvement attitude and proactive mentality to anticipate and plan for future needs and opportunities* High standard of customer service, quality, and attention to detail* Ability to utilize a high degree of creativity, analytical thinking, and initiative to solve business problems* Ability to excel in high pressure multitasking situations* Ability to excel in a collaborative team environment as well as work independently while following documented processes and procedures* Desire to share knowledge amongst the team through documentation and cross-training* Strong oral and written English language skills, including experience creating written documentation for technical and non-technical audiences. A consistent emphasis on enhancing documentation of environments and processes.* Experience with successfully managing systems through all phases of the system lifecycle* Experience creating and documenting new systems, processes, and procedures* Ability to quickly learn new skills and systems Preferred Technical Qualifications: * Technologies listed in "Duties" section above* ESX and VMware experience* NetApp Filer experience* Hitachi SAN Array experience* Brocade SAN Director experience* Tomcat administration experience* Oracle RAC Experience* Dell hardware About Myriad Genetics:---------------------- Myriad Genetics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MYGN) is a leading molecular diagnostic company dedicated to developing and marketing novel predictive, personalized and prognostic medicine products to assess a person's risk of developing disease and guide treatment decisions. Myriad's portfolio of nine molecular diagnostic products are based on an understanding of the role genes play in human disease and were developed with a focus on improving an individual's decision making process for monitoring and treating disease. With fiscal year 2010 annual revenue of over $360 million and approximately 1,000 employees, Myriad is working on strategic initiatives, including new product introductions, companion diagnostics, and international expansion, to take advantage of significant growth opportunities. For more information on how Myriad is making a difference, please visit the Company's website: www.myriad.com. -- Dave Long long.d...@gmail.com /* PLUG: http://plug.org, #utah on irc.freenode.net Unsubscribe: http://plug.org/mailman/options/plug Don't fear the penguin. */
