Linux Engineer

Job Title: Linux Engineer

Employment type: Contract to Hire

Employee locations: Alpharetta, GA/Cincinnati, OH (Hybrid)

Job Description: -

Key Responsibilities

• Installation & Configuration:
• Setting up Linux operating systems and configuring system settings.
• System Monitoring & Maintenance:
• Continuously monitoring system performance, availability, and security, and applying necessary updates and patches.
• Troubleshooting:
• Diagnosing and resolving software and network issues to maintain system stability.
• Security Management:
• Implementing security measures, monitoring for threats, and ensuring system integrity.
• Backup & Recovery:
• Managing data backups and establishing disaster recovery plans to ensure data protection.
• User Management:
• Creating and managing user accounts, groups, and permissions.
• Automation:
• Developing and using scripts (e.g., Bash, Python) to automate routine tasks and improve efficiency.
• Experience with Ansible will be an added advantage.
• Collaboration:
• Working with other IT teams to support infrastructure.
• Documentation:
• Maintaining system documentation, standard operating procedures, and incident records.

Essential Skills

• Technical Expertise:
• Deep knowledge of Linux operating systems and their various distributions (e.g., Red Hat, Ubuntu, SUSE, Oracle Linux).
• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems and the command-line interface (CLI).
• Disk Management:
• Experience in LVM creation and modifications.
• Scripting Languages:
• Proficiency in Bash and Python for automation.
• Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible).
• Network & Server Management:
• Understanding of network protocols, server virtualization, and storage systems.
• Security Awareness:
• Knowledge of security best practices and vulnerability management.
• Problem-Solving:
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Communication:
• Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.