PLUG - Phoenix Linux User Group

Referral Mention Ben Trussell

Data encryption (server encryption)

The good:
12 - 18 months contract (w/ the option for United Healthcare after 3
months - about $40 a week for the coverage, not bad)
the pay is good (in the ballpark of $40 to $45 an hour, depending on experience, etc)
the hours are stable, occasional approved OT, not all the time but when it is it's usually 5 hours a week offered)
the pace is fast, but not too insane - multitasking skills are a bonus though.

The Candidate:
circa 5 to 7+ years experience with server platforms - windows, linux,
commercial unix's
Previous infosec experience, change control experience,
troubleshooting and support
project management experience a plus
enterprise experience a big plus

The encryption platform is client-server based and web interface managed, with an appliance backend. Support entails working with clients to test, implement, and troubleshoot issues with the encryption process and service.

Timeframe is - Contact the recruiting very very soon..

Chasen De Leon
Recruiter
APEX Systems, Inc.
16435 N Scottsdale Road, Suite 230
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
Office: 480-368-2480

Linux Systems Engineer
Mesa, AZ

Start Date: Immediate

If you’re looking for a fun atmosphere and an exciting opportunity, join this emerging growth company. Iveda Solutions, a wholly owned subsidiary of Iveda Corp. (OTCBB:IVDA), is the premier online surveillance technology innovator and Managed Video Services provider. Based in Mesa, AZ and incorporated in 2005, the company develops and markets enterprise class video hosting and real-time remote surveillance services. Iveda Solutions has a SAFETY Act Designation by the Department of Homeland Security as a Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology provider.

The role of the Systems Engineer is a hybrid technical role in developing, integrating, managing and maintaining infrastructure resources. The position consists of diverse technical responsibilities that will incorporate a number of technical disciplines including, Network, Corporate and Data Center Environments, Server and Applications arenas.

Under general supervision, this centralized position, supporting Iveda Solutions and all of its customers, plans, implements and manages moderately complex existing network systems required to maintain and/or expand service levels. This position is accountable for the operations, maintenance, compliance, and integrity of all Linux and Microsoft based systems, Web servers, VMware, and associated Data Bases.

This position will also act in a technical support role for Iveda Solutions Management team, helping support partners technologies, integrate network solutions, and identify potential partnership growth and development.

A thorough knowledge and understanding of Linux technologies as normally obtained through the completion of a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field are required. Experience with CentOS and Debian preferred as well as a solid background with Microsoft technologies.

The Global Support Engineer (GSE) is part of a highly-focused 24/7 support/system administration team with responsibility for managing our client’s mission critical application environments. The GSE team is responsible for day-to-day proactive administration and operational support for the server and application environments with the objective of 100% business availability. The GSE team designs and implements best practices methodologies for change management and ongoing operations, and designs and implements proactive monitoring, problem resolution, and corrective action procedures. GSEs must possess a passion for this support role and how it contributes to meeting the client’s business objectives. An effective GSE possesses a broad background in technology combined with strong collaboration and teamwork capabilities.

The GSE team sets up and configures application and database servers, and installs operating system releases, security releases, and application releases into production, QA, and backup environments. Through formal training and hands-on experience, the GSE team acquires application knowledge that is utilized to fine tune the day-to-day operations of the client’s mission critical environment. The GSE team develops an understanding and familiarity with network connections into and out of the environments and works with other support personnel in troubleshooting network issues. The GSE team is responsible for monitoring system and network availability, application availability, and overall platform performance. Responsibilities include troubleshooting of incidents and exception situations, working closely with the application development team, and collaborating effectively with other support organizations. The GSE team takes the lead in driving all issues to closure.

TECHNICAL ENVIRONMENT

The technical components of the client’s mission critical environment include:

* Companies hardware and storage arrays

We have a few interesting Linux job openings in Melbourne, FL.

Embedded Linux Hacker - Kernel/Drivers - Debugging HW - Firmware
SW Test Engineer - Linux and Windows and embedded systems tests

We also have contract and contract to hire opportunities available
for those who are interested or currently looking.
US Citizens or Green Card Holders Required
Unfortunately, work must be performed on-site, no telecommuting :(

Melbourne is on the Atlantic side, about 35mi south of Cape Canaveral.
There is no state income tax in Florida and the sales tax is only 6%.
Housing is very affordable in this area. Houses within a block of the
beach are selling for at or under $200K.

Send me an email w/resume and salary/hourly requirements in one of
the following file formats:

.odt
.pdf
.txt
.doc

We work a 9-80 schedule with every other Friday off.
We get 2 weeks of paid vacation and another 2 weeks of paid vacation
over Christmas/New Year break.

We have one of the best working environments I've ever seen.

rwed>rs>->ts.>co>m

Remove the angle brackets...

If you love hacking Linux, writing scripts, Perl, C, C++, Qt and
a whole lot more...we'd like to hear from you!

Rob!

Direct Hire – LAMP Engineers

Seeking LAMP Engineers for a progressive leader in the Hosting industry. Work environment and full compensation package rivals the best in the IT world. Compensation is DOE. (est. $110 – 160K + full benefits + relo package). Location is San Antonio, TX.

* Expert level Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP, Perl, Python, Drupal, Wordpress, etc.

* Experience with Web site deployment using Content Management Systems (CMS), managing and maintaining, multiple Web sites for enterprise environments.

* Excellent understanding of networking principles.

* Excellent knowledge of Web site applications such as, Magento E-Commerce, Web analytics such as Omniture.

* Excellent knowledge of PHP, Perl, and Python scripting.

* Excellent knowledge of Web site load test tools such as Gomez.

* Excellent knowledge of server platforms (Dell, HP and Sun).

* Excellent knowledge of SAN and DAS configurations excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

* Continually expands knowledge in the areas of new developments and trends.

* Requires 5-7 years experience working with Web-site applications (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP, Perl, Python, Drupal, Wordpress, etc).

* 3-5 years experience with Server, Networking, and SAN or DAS knowledge.

* Technical Customer Service experience preferred.

* Sales, sales support, or consulting experience a plus.

* Excellent ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work in order to maintain required productivity levels.

* Must be detailed in documenting information and practice good follow through techniques.

* Excellent problem solving abilities, coupled with a desire to take on responsibility.

* Excellent written and verbal skills; bi-lingual skills is a plus.

* Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent work experience preferred.

Title: QA Engineer
Location: Chandler, AZ
Duration: 12 months
Rate: $24/hour
Reference: 137648

Please submit your Word Doc Resume directly to tim.myers@formalized.com

Note: Due to client policy, only US Citizens, Green Card, and EAD holders may apply.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Support Senior Engineers in test execution.

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES
o Complete Test Execution.
o Run automation and manual test.
o Evaluate Test results.
o Perform first level triage.
o Conduct system level testing to evaluate software fixes.
o Coordinate test activities of two junior-level technicians.
o Update test execution indicators.
o Conduct system level testing to evaluate software fixes.
o Write defect reports.
o Write test procedures and test cases at platform level.
o Assist with automation environment debug.
o Collect and analyze data from oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and other lab equipment.

NECESSARY SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS
o Validation and Test Background
o Experience with oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers (basic operation).
o Excel and database skills (defect management tool, database queries, etc.)
o Automation Test Experience
o Experience testing in embedded SOC environment (Platform and System Level Tests)
o Equal Hardware/Software skills with A+ certification (IT configuration and setup for test environments)

ADDITIONAL SKILLS DESIRED (nice to have)
o Linux/Unix
o Audio / Video
o Experience developing test cases from customer requirements and use cases

Tim Myers
Sr. Technical Recruiter
Formalized Design, Inc.
719-422-4011
719-646-3772
www.formalized.com

Sr. Linux Systems Administrator (Systems Engineer) Responsibilities:

• Engineers the support and maintenance of large-scale production systems, including the design and development of tools and scripts to assist with such maintenance.

• Integrates and/or consolidates servers and services between different business units and technologies, including the design and development of the necessary integration tools.

• Designs, integrates, and maintains service oriented architecture environments supporting internally developed applications.

• Create and review release management procedures for development through production code releases.

• Designs archive and backup systems. Insure backup and archiving designs and procedures are implemented properly.

• Develops best practices, operational procedures and design documentation.

• Plans and coordinates system utilization, and performs growth analysis and capacity planning.

• Reviews current systems and makes technical/process recommendations for improving efficiency.

• Provides on-call support advice and technical support to various users/clients regarding operational/applications issues.

• Installs and debugs new and/or upgraded software on server and client platforms.

• Troubleshoots networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational problems.

• Stays up to date with relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems. Evaluates new hardware and software technologies, and presents analysis and purchase recommendations to the administration team and to management.

• Function collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, customer oriented team and perform effectively as an independent producer under broad management direction.

• Rotational on-call responsibility.

Requirements:

VMware Consultant/Engineer

Internal Overview

A VMware Engineer is a Level III Engineer with a specialization in virtualization technology. They are a customer-facing consultant and should be able to engage in architectural consulting, write technical documents, configure, migrate, troubleshoot and upsell existing engagements.

Candidate should have a strong background in various *nix technologies.

Overview

A VMware Engineer designs and builds solutions using virtualization technology. He/she must have a thorough understanding of the VMware product line and the technologies which support a virtual environment, such as storage, backups, networking, and basic hardware configuration. Position requires an ability to consult and architect solutions with clients through The Valley as well as the Southwest requiring some travel. Due to the nature of the position it must be understood that commitment to the customer is primary and requires engineering time at various hours around the clock.

Required Skills/Certification

Strong writing and customer-facing skills.

VCP 4 certification.

Experience in building high availability clusters.

Experience in performing physical to virtual migration in a production environment.

Experience in implementing backup solutions for virtual environments.

Experience in configuring and maintaining iSCSI and Fibre Channel SANs and NAS Devices.

Strong understanding of Microsoft Windows Server 2003/2008.

Mid-level (or greater) understanding of Networking principles.

Experience and/or certification on EMC, HP, Sun, Dell storage products.

Preferred Skills

Basic Citrix and/or Hyper-V knowledge.

General knowledge of Microsoft server products such as Exchange, Active Directory, SharePoint.

Email: chris@goulding.com

Sr. Linux Systems Administrator (Systems Engineer)
Direct Hire

Responsibilities:

* Engineers the support and maintenance of large-scale production systems, including the design and development of tools and scripts to assist with such maintenance.

* Integrates and/or consolidates servers and services between different business units and technologies, including the design and development of the necessary integration tools.

* Designs, integrates, and maintains service oriented architecture environments supporting internally developed applications.

* Create and review release management procedures for development through production code releases.

* Designs archive and backup systems. Insure backup and archiving designs and procedures are implemented properly.

* Develops best practices, operational procedures and design documentation.

* Plans and coordinates system utilization, and performs growth analysis and capacity planning.

* Reviews current systems and makes technical/process recommendations for improving efficiency.

* Provides on-call support advice and technical support to various users/clients regarding operational/applications issues.

* Installs and debugs new and/or upgraded software on server and client platforms.

* Troubleshoots networks, systems, and applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational problems.

* Stays up to date with relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems. Evaluates new hardware and software technologies, and presents analysis and purchase recommendations to the administration team and to management.

* Function collaboratively as part of a fast-paced, customer oriented team and perform effectively as an independent producer under broad management direction.

* Rotational on-call responsibility.

Requirements:

Perl Programmers...

I spoke with a recruiter the other day who is looking for Perl programmers who can do Object Oriented Perl. The job(s) is in the valley (Phx) and it's contract-to-hire.

Her name is Dana Nilson, she is with TEKsystems, and her email is dnilson (at) teksystems.com. She knows I'm posting this to a user group, but not which one. If you reach out to her, tell her you heard from Bart Garst.