Senior Linux Systems Engineer — Automation, VMware & Security

Excellent verbal and written communication & collaboration skills.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and effectively prioritize workload

Effective time management and organizational skills as well as the ability to manage multiple and changing priorities with attention to detail.

At least 5 years’ experience managing and maintaining a production Linux (CentOS, Red Hat) environment

Demonstrated expertise in managing Linux-based systems, and OS related services at scale.

A familiarity with Windows Server and administering Active Directory

Advanced knowledge of security trends and best practices, experience managing hardening high-value systems against attackers.

Demonstrated expertise in managing systems via an automated configuration management system such as Docker and Git repository.

Extended experience working effectively in a shared software development environment, including version control, bug tracking, release management, and code review.

Extended experience with Shell scripting, Perl, Python, and/or PHP.

Proven ability to lead and work on large/complex system deployment projects in a team environment, and ability to develop appropriate plans to meet computing needs.

Experience in SAN multipathing software.

Experience in VMWare virtualization

Role and Responsibilities:

Ensures that records of system downtime and equipment inventory are properly maintained. Applies revisions to host system firmware and software. Works with vendors to assist support activities.

Maintain and monitor server and network environment with Nagios.

Serves as a resource for the Network Systems Administrator in managing physical VMware Infrastructure.

Maintain Nagios Environment by adding and removing hosts, increasing functionality to support a fast growth environment.

Develop automation scripts for consistency and supportability across multiple environments.

Plan and execute timely Linux system upgrades and supported software patches.

Plan, install and configure Linux systems

Provide support for new applications and upgrades to existing systems

Design solutions to technical problems and implementation of new systems or infrastructure changes

Monitor critical systems and take corrective actions prior to failures

Prepare for disaster recovery and ensure that appropriate backups are completed and tested

Troubleshoot software and hardware failures and identify network problems

Establish and maintain security and integrity controls