Senior Linux/Windows Systems Engineer - Charlotte, NC(Hybrid 4 Days Onsite)

Overview

On Site
Full Time
Contract - W2
Contract - 4 day((s))

Skills

Linux
VMware

Job Details

Job Title: Senior Linux/Windows Systems Engineer

Location: Charlotte, NC (Hybrid 4 Days Onsite)
Employment Type: 12-Month W2 Contract

Overview:

Our telecommunications client is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer with expertise in Linux and Windows administration, virtualization, and storage systems. The ideal candidate will be heavily Linux-focused, but should also be comfortable supporting Windows operating systems. You will be part of a team that ensures infrastructure reliability, scalability, and security across virtualized environments.

This role plays a critical part in supporting enterprise operations including patching, software deployments, storage provisioning, and endpoint security using Tanium. While prior experience with Tanium is strongly preferred, candidates must be open and eager to learn it.

Top Requirements:

  • Linux and Windows Systems Administration (Heavier focus on Linux)

  • Strong experience with VMware and virtualized operating environments

  • Hands-on experience with Enterprise Storage Solutions (SAN/NAS) PowerMax and PowerScale preferred

Plusses / Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with Tanium

    • Used for patching, inventory management, and threat detection on Linux and Windows servers

    • Will be trained if not already experienced, but must be open to learning

  • Backup Solutions experience such as NetBackup or Rubrik

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Administer and support Linux and Windows server environments

  • Monitor, patch, and maintain systems using Tanium, ensuring timely vulnerability resolution

  • Provision, allocate, and manage storage using Dell PowerMax and PowerScale

  • Collaborate with vendors for hardware/software support, patching schedules, and issue resolution

  • Oversee virtualization infrastructure in VMware, ensuring system uptime and performance

  • Ensure systems do not exceed capacity thresholds; conduct preventive capacity planning

  • Participate in enterprise IT security efforts including software updates, endpoint monitoring, and inventory tracking

  • Support occasional troubleshooting and problem-solving across OS, virtual, and storage layers

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in Linux/Unix and Windows systems administration

  • Strong hands-on experience with VMware virtualization technologies

  • Solid background in managing enterprise SAN/NAS storage platforms

  • Willingness to learn and work with Tanium for endpoint visibility and control

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, on-site team

Why This Role?

  • Long-term contract with potential for extension or full-time opportunity

  • Exposure to enterprise-grade infrastructure and security platforms

  • Strong technical mentorship and hands-on training with Tanium

  • Competitive W2 rate with referral bonuses available

  • Hybrid schedule with one remote day of your choice weekly

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