CGNET currently has the following openings:

 

Linux Systems Engineer

CGNET Services International is looking for an energetic self-starter who enjoys the challenges and rewards of a small company environment to join its Network Services group as Linux Systems Engineer

We are looking for a seasoned Linux systems engineer to be responsible for our Linux infrastructure. The candidate should have a good knowledge of the SMTP protocol and Sendmail or Exim software. This position requires covering system alerts during on-call periods.

This is a full-time position with benefits, including health, 401(k), performance incentives and profit sharing. Salary will be determined on the basis of qualifications and experience.

 

Responsibilities Include:

• Configure, administer and secure our email infrastructure under Linux servers
• Develop scripts to monitor the servers and the email programs
• Maintain our radius authentication infrastructure
• Help clients with open source projects
• Help maintain DNS servers and services
• Advise clients with networking, routing and email related issues

Position Requirements

• A completed undergraduate degree in a computer or math- related field
• Strong experience with Red Hat and/or Debian Linux
• Strong knowledge of the SMTP protocol
• An understanding of the open source community and familiarity with the functioning of basic open source software packages like Apache, MySQL.
• Shell scripting skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong self-motivation, willingness to follow instructions, and good communications skills

Contact information:

For further consideration, please e-mail a cover letter with a description of your qualifications, skills and interests, as well as a current resume to “job123@cgnet.com”.

 

System Administrator/Data Center Engineer, Network Operations Group

The Network Operations Group is in charge of managing the data center and providing 27/7 network monitoring and user support.

Responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day support of the LAN and WAN at CGNET's NOC including Microsoft Windows servers and Linux servers
• Installing, configuring and upgrading networking gear, such as routers, switches and firewalls
• Installing, configuring and upgrading computer servers, so they can be deployed in our data center
• Maintenance of anti-virus software, backups, DNS, and network monitoring tools

Requirements:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field.
• 3+ years solid experience as a systems administrator in a Microsoft Windows environment supporting more than 50 users
• Superb communication skills / the ability to interface well with all levels in the organization and with customers.
• Strong customer-service orientation
• Good team player
• Willingness to support customers and monitor network functions at all hours as needed to help maintain CGNET's 24x7 operation. Off hours on-call responsibilities

Desirable:

• Experience with installation, administration and maintenance of Microsoft Active Directory and Exchange 2003.
• Familiarity with VMWare and/or MS Virtual Server.
• Experience with Unix/Linux configuration and administration.

FOR CONSIDERATION, please send resume and cover letter including salary history and salary requirements to job121@cgnet.com. Local candidates only.

About CGNET

CGNET Services International (CGNET), founded in 1983, provides high technology services to organizations meeting human needs in the developing world. The company runs the CGNET, an electronic mail network with clients in over 90 countries. It has expanded into areas of information technology consulting, implementation, network provision and installation and traveler's access services.

Our mission is to better the living conditions of poor people in developing countries while building a profitable, growing company. We do this by providing high-quality technical services, products, and support to international organizations which work to improve the quality of life in developing countries. Our services are intended to increase the effectiveness of the scientists, engineers, relief workers, educators, and administrators who work in these international organizations. Primarily, our clients work in the areas of agriculture, environmental research, relief and conservation.

CGNET prides itself on accomplishing its goals in an energetic and supportive work environment. We look for motivated individuals in search of challenging work that contributes to the improvement of life in the developing world. We offer a competitive salary and great benefits package with a friendly working environment and opportunity for growth.