Synthesis has extensive experience building large-scale, enterprise systems for government and commercial clients. We specialize in developing JEE, SOA, Portals, and database-driven applications. Our extensive knowledge spans across all application tiers. Since, we were founded in 2003, Synthesis has been delivering large-scale systems based on design patterns, service-oriented architectures, dynamic and intutive web interfaces, and web services. Our clients include Fortune 100 companies and a number of government agencies.
Job DescriptionSynthesis Systems is seeking a Linux Administrator for a long-term, contract in Suitland, Maryland. Sterling, VA.
This is an opportunity for an experienced Linux, Apache, MySQL and PHP (LAMP) System Administrator to join a dynamic team.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Establish effective deployment and migration strategies for software and application data through the deployment pipeline (i.e. development, testing, staging and production environments);
- Administer and maintain multiple Linux environments, establish and enforce configuration management controls, perform security patches on the LAMP stack and contributed modules, and manage the deployment of custom code;
- Work with infrastructure and operations teams to establish monitoring, backup and logging procedures for all environments;
- Propose and implement enhancements to improve the security, performance and reliability of the environments;
- Utilize administrative knowledge of the system to aid in the Security Authorization Process required to host the application in the Government infrastructure.
QualificationsQualifications:
- MUST BE A US CITIZEN SINCE THE OPENING IS FOR A GOVERNMENT CLIENT
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 6 years experience in the installation, configuration, and administration of LAMP stack software environments – Linux (Redhat), Apache (Tomcat, HTTPD) Server, MySQL 5.1+ database, and PHP, preferably in a large, multi-server environment.
- Experience creating technical documentation, such as system architecture, application configurations and software deployment checklists.
- Demonstrated knowledge of website and application security principles and best practices.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work directly with the client, developers, end-users, and other stakeholders to review, validate, and implement deployment and administrative requirements.
- Strong task leadership, planning, reporting, and communication skills.
Nice to Have:
- Experience in developing Java applications
Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
1099/Corp-to-Corp considered as well.
Skills Required
- US citizenship
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 6 years experience installing, configuring, and administering LAMP stack environments
- Linux administration (Red Hat)
- Apache administration (Tomcat, HTTPD)
- MySQL 5.1+ database administration
- PHP administration and deployment
- Experience creating technical documentation (architecture, configurations, deployment checklists)
- Knowledge of website and application security principles and best practices
- Ability to support Security Authorization Process for government hosting
- Strong interpersonal, leadership, planning, reporting, and communication skills
- Experience developing Java applications
What We Do
Synthesis Systems is a global authority in Subscription Monetization®, providing comprehensive end-to-end lead-to-cash solutions that help enterprises scale faster, recover more revenue, and deliver predictable growth. They specialize in the digital transformation of the subscription industry, offering expert subscription advisory, systems implementation for platforms like Salesforce and Oracle, and optimization services to simplify Quote-to-Cash operations and drive sustainable, scalable growth.
