Slingshot Labs



	Slingshot \ˈsling-ˌshät\ –a device that provides acceleration to a stationary object, where the kinetic energy obtained by the object is a result of the transfer of energy from the propulsion mechanism.


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Systems/Network Administrator - Job Code 1502 Slingshot Labs (http://www.slingshotlabs.com) is an incubator dedicated to building and developing new Web ventures for News Corporation. Slingshot Labs is headquartered in Santa Monica, California with former MySpace founders Josh Berman and Colin Digiaro serving as co-presidents. Slingshot Labs will employ a portfolio approach to the development and launch of businesses, and plans to nurture four to five ventures per year. Businesses ranging from stand-alone Web destinations, to social media applications will be developed within Slingshot and have dedicated product and development teams tasked with building each new venture. The company will offer employees the opportunity to participate in the value created in each of the new ventures it develops, a compelling offer to help attract top entrepreneurial talent. Slingshot Labs is looking for an experienced Systems Network Administrator. TECHNICAL SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: Degree in Computer Science or related field. Expert knowledge of Windows Servers & Networking Experience with Both Help Desk Support & Data Center Operations Working Knowledge of Internet Protocols Understanding of Network Architectures and Hardware Configurations. Understanding of Security and Firewall Implementations (ipchains/iptables). Understanding of SSL and Encryption. Understanding of Software Configurations & Change Management Familiar with Anti-Virus Implementation Understanding of backup strategies and business continuity concepts. RESPONSIBILITIES: Setup of servers, firewalls, routers and switches at the data center. Manage Web Servers, Application Servers and DB Servers. Maintenance of servers, firewalls, routers and switches at the data center. Setup of workstations, printers and software at main office. Customer Service Oriented Ability to Manage Expectations with both Technical and Business Resources Will be on call (on an emergency basis) To apply for this position, please email jobs@slingshotlabs.com, include a cover letter and resume. << Return to Careers