Linux Systems Engineer

St. Louis, Missouriusvia direct

// Job Type

Full Time

// Salary

Not disclosed

// Posted

Apr 16, 2024

About the Role

The Linux Systems Engineer role is responsible for providing mid to high level support on a Linux based infrastructure/application, and network monitoring and diagnostics support. This role will require occasional after hours, non-standard schedules, and evening/night/weekend shifts to support 24/7 operations. Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities <ul> <li>Planning, designing, testing, and implementation of new solutions and services.</li> <li>Review and recommend improvements to the existing infrastructure and technologies where applicable.</li> <li>Installation, configuration, testing, maintenance and upgrading of operating systems, applications software, hardware, storage, virtualization platforms, and system management tools.</li> <li>Provide documentation and technical specifications to IT staff for advising and consulting of new or upgrades of IT infrastructure.</li> <li>Interpret security scans and audits to make required adjustments to remediate deficiencies or propose compensating controls.</li> <li>Work with IS security team to secure infrastructure systems, including OS and application patching, logging, and monitoring.</li> <li>Managing and monitoring of IT infrastructure and applications.</li> <li>Troubleshoot hardware and software errors by running diagnostics, documenting problems and resolutions, prioritizing problems, and assessing impacts of issues.</li> <li>Perform backup recovery operations and implement appropriate processes for data protection, disaster recovery, and failover procedures.</li> <li>Lead support efforts, making sure all applications, servers, and related equipment problems are resolved in a timely manner with limited disruptions to the business.</li> <li>Will be a Subject Matter Experts on all company software and hardware providing documentation for lower tier administrators and technicians to resolve issues in a timely manner.</li> <li>Work with vendors and other IT personnel on problem resolution.</li> <li>Provide tier 3 resolutions for complex issues; maintain an occasional on-call status after work hours.</li> </ul> What You'll Need <ul> <li>3-5 years demonstrated skills in a high-tech environment, emphasizing skills in infrastructure management</li> <li>Experience with RedHat Satellite</li> <li>Experience with IPA/IDM</li> <li>Experienced knowledge in Linux/Unix operating systems and command line</li> <li>Fundamental knowledge of SAN and NAS storage devices.</li> <li>Knowledge of or experience with scripting and automation tools</li> <li>Must have strong customer service and interpersonal skills</li> <li>Fundamental knowledge of TCP/IP networks and troubleshooting tools</li> <li>Diagnose performance problems using available standard performance tools and system indicators</li> <li>In-depth knowledge and experience in troubleshooting, problem determination, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Superior analytical skills to assess and resolve issues in a complex technical environment</li> <li>Strong written and oral communication skills</li> <li>Ability to work independently, efficiently, and effectively to resolve client concerns/issues</li> <li>Strong attention to detail in a structured environment</li> </ul>

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