Systems Engineer - Level II (Linux Engineer)
WFA Digital Insight
As demand for skilled Linux professionals grows, with a 25% increase in job postings over the past year, companies like Computer World Services Corp. are seeking experts to lead their infrastructure teams. With the rise of remote work, digital skills are more crucial than ever. This role stands out for its focus on security baseline hardening and configuration management. candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in Linux administration, Ansible, and cloud infrastructure. Before applying, consider the importance of collaboration and communication in a remote setting.
Job Description
About the Role
The Systems Engineer - Level II (Linux Engineer) plays a critical role in designing, deploying, and managing the enterprise Linux environment at Computer World Services Corp. As a technical leader, this individual will oversee the maintenance of a secure, highly available, and performant fleet of Linux servers and virtual desktops across AWS and VMware platforms. Day-to-day responsibilities will include troubleshooting complex operating system issues, diagnosing and resolving performance problems, and making recommendations for server configuration changes to optimize workloads and cost.This role is part of the infrastructure team, working closely with application owners, developers, and analytics engineers to drive automation, enforce patching and vulnerability remediation, and ensure that the Linux infrastructure reliably supports mission-critical business and analytics workloads. Given the company's commitment to security and compliance, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate expertise in security baseline hardening aligned with the CIS standard and experience with configuration management using Ansible.
What You Will Do
- Manage, maintain, and troubleshoot Linux servers deployed in AWS across a mixed distribution environment, including Amazon Linux 2023, Ubuntu 22.04, and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 and 9.
- Diagnose and resolve complex operating system, networking, storage, and performance issues across the server fleet.
- Make performance-based recommendations for server configuration changes to optimize workloads, cost, and reliability.
- Support and maintain Linux-based virtual desktop environments running on VMware and AWS WorkSpaces.
- Partner with end users and application teams to ensure a stable, secure, and productive virtual desktop experience.
- Develop, deploy, and maintain Linux operating system baselines aligned with Center for Internet Security (CIS) benchmarks.
- Collaborate with application owners to customize security baselines as needed to enable application functionality without compromising the organization's security posture.
- Perform enterprise-wide configuration management using Ansible, authoring, maintaining, and version-controlling Ansible playbooks.
- Work directly with application owners, developers, and analytics engineers to deploy, upgrade, migrate, and maintain applications running on Linux.
- Develop and maintain monitoring solutions for servers across the enterprise to ensure maximum system uptime and rapid incident detection.
What We Are Looking For
- 3 or more years of hands-on experience managing Linux systems in a production environment.
- 2 or more years of experience performing configuration management using Ansible, including authoring and maintaining playbooks and roles.
- 2 or more years of experience supporting Linux virtual desktops.
- Demonstrated experience working in a large government, financial, regulatory, or corporate environment, where formal change management, security compliance, and audit requirements are standard.
- Strong understanding of Linux administration, security, and performance optimization.
- Experience with cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS and VMware.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience supporting analytics infrastructure, such as Hadoop clusters, AWS EMR, HPC grid clusters using SLURM, AWS Parallel Cluster, or other distributed computing platforms.
- Experience administering VMware virtual desktops or AWS WorkSpaces at scale.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a leading company in the tech industry.
- Collaborative and dynamic remote work environment.
- Professional development opportunities, including training and certification programs.
- Flexible working hours and autonomy to manage your workload.
- Access to the latest technologies and tools.
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance.
How to Stand Out
- Ensure your resume and cover letter are tailored to the specific requirements of the Systems Engineer role, highlighting your experience with Linux administration, Ansible, and cloud infrastructure.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience with security baseline hardening and configuration management during the interview process.
- Familiarize yourself with the company's technology stack and be ready to discuss how your skills align with their infrastructure and goals.
- Develop a portfolio or examples of your work, including scripts, playbooks, or projects you've led, to demonstrate your expertise to potential employers.
- Consider obtaining certifications in Linux administration, cloud computing, or cybersecurity to enhance your candidacy and demonstrate your commitment to professional development.
- Prepare questions to ask the interviewer about the company culture, team dynamics, and opportunities for growth and professional development.
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