Kforce has a client that is seeking a Hardware Technician - Linux in Herndon, VA.Essential Functions: * Hardware Technician performs Tier III problem resolution on the telephone with users, walks the user through a series of steps to determine problem * Reviews system and configurations to ensure successful implementation of services into production * Implement, install, configure, monitor, troubleshoot Oracle Enterprise Linux systems (patching and other) * Implement hardening settings to improve security posture of endpoints * Linux configuration and troubleshooting - networking, multipath * Provide 24x7 technical support to meet SLA agreements * As a Hardware Technician, you will perform root cause analysis of infrastructure related issues * Day to day support of server administration for physical and virtual server operating systems * Ensure all Servers meet approved and required patch on a quarterly basis * Review error logs and reported errors and seek out solutions * Requires 8 to 10 years with BS/BA or 6 to 8 years with MS/MA or 3 to 5 years with PhD * Possesses a wide range of in-depth skills and knowledge in Dell server hardware (R730 and R740XD, Dell SANS) * Working knowledge of VMware ESXi including virtualized servers and datastores * Experience in writing scripts for OEL (nice to have) * Experience with RAID configuration utility * Experience with Dell Power Vault Storage (NX32, MD3420 and ME4024, ME5024) * Experience configuring and managing Dell network switches * Applicants must be fully authorized to work in the US without sponsorship * Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.*Compensation Type:*Hours