Senior Linux Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Ocoee, FL that is seeking a Senior Linux Engineer.

Responsibilities:
* System tunings to application specific requirements; Systems standardization
and automation
* Keeping the UNIX environment compliant with the technology roadmap, such as OS
& hardware upgrades, 3rd party software upgrades
* Work on incident tickets and resolve in a timely manner
* Remediate Secunia OS vulnerabilities as required by regular security audits
* Perform quarterly patching of RedHat to ensure systems are compliant and pass strict
PCI security requirements as dictated by regular audits from security team
* Interface with IT and business clients at all levels of the organization
* Rotating on-call Unix/Linux support in a 24X7 environment
* Documentation of work
* Install, configure, and maintain Linux operating systems and related software
* Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and
reliability of Linux-based infrastructure
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement Linux-based solutions that
meet business needs
* Research and development of new technology as required by business initiatives and
management vision

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or another related field, or equivalent work experience
* VMware operational knowledge
* Good knowledge of automation
* Good server migrations skills
* Good troubleshooting skills
* Strong skills in TCP/IP networking, network topology and firewalled environments
* Ability to work completely independently or with a team
* Very detail-oriented in planning, implementing, documenting, and following up
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Team player attitude with experience working in a collaborative environment
* Ability to multi-task and work across a range of projects and issues with various timelines and priorities

Experience with:
* RHEL Linux 8/9 administration/patch management
* Linux Server builds and custom configurations
* Performance tuning of Oracle database servers
* Server Security vulnerability management
* SolarWinds monitoring
* Ansible playbook development
* Ansible Automation Platform management and upgrades
* Satellite 6 management and upgrades

Nice to have experience:
* Storage management basics
* Database administration basics
* Windows administration basics
* Cloud integration basics
* Veritas NetBackup management basics
* Understanding of applications like JBoss, WebSphere, Splunk and HP ALM

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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