PLUG East topic for 01/12

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Published on Thursday, 12 January 2012 14:37

Written by Brian Cluff

Presenter: Larry Thiel

TOPIC: Openshot Video Editor

BIO

Larry Thiel started playing with computers in 1964.  Studying them in college in those days earned one a minor in Mathematics but there were no degree programs relating to computers and nothing was even called Computer Science.  He went on to works in programming with small companies and ended up managing a C/C++ hosted on HP servers in 14 states which ran 24/7 with maximum allowed downtimes of less than 15 minutes per server.

I (Brian) will also continue my mini presentations on various multimedia software.

Tonights edition will be on Creating simple flourishes in Inkscape using the bezier curve tool along with path effects.  I will also be quickly showing how to import the plug calendar into a couple of different calender programs.

Server Admin II

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Published on Thursday, 03 November 2011 17:56

Written by Brian Cluff

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in the maintenance of various servers and server based applications.

• Assists with the configuration of server applications and the maintenance of user access to servers and applications.

• Utilizes available tools and works with vendors to diagnose server problems.
• Manages and assumes the technical lead on enterprise, tactical and planned work project related activities.
• Responds to customer inquiries concerning systems operation and diagnoses system hardware, software and operator problems.
• Handles escalated tickets and performs problem isolation, definition, resolution and follow-up with customer.
• Performs administrative type functions such as recording meeting minutes, distributing escalated tickets, updating documentation and databases, and other administrative tasks as needed.
• Adheres to established timelines, guidelines, and procedures as required to deliver quality solutions that meet Company and departmental standards, in addition to customer requirements.
• Assist in the implementation, and periodically test, a disaster recovery plan for the Company's servers.
• Adheres to server policies, procedures and design documentation.
• Creates documentation for internal support teams.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Job Requirements

• This position requires four years of experience with an understanding of the following: server operating systems, server topologies, server hardware, and security.
• Experience with SQL administration, Linux or Virtualization technology is desired.
• An understanding of network operating systems and applications is also required.
• Must always be sensitive to availability, performance, data privacy, and security when performing job functions.

Joe Mansky

Position open for Linux Admin in Phoenix

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Published on Thursday, 27 October 2011 08:52

Written by Brian Cluff

This position is based in Phoenix, AZ. We have a budget of $85k-$100k (depending upon years of experience) plus full benefits. For the right person, I may be able to push the client slightly over $100k, but it would have to be someone very senior. This is a solid "people first" type of company, very well respected in their industry. They are known for utilizing the latest and greatest technology. The position is open due to growth, this is not a replacement hire. Hiring due to growth is always a good sign. Team environment with multiple offices and approximately 300 employees.

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Global Support Engineer for Stratus Technologies

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Published on Friday, 24 June 2011 10:36

Written by Brian Cluff

JOB SUMMARY

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.

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