Linux System Engineer

Job Description

Position: Linux System Engineer
Location:Saint Louis, MO ng>Position Type: Full-Time Salary- 110K-130K + Benefits + Bonus

The Linux Systems Engineer position entails providing mid to high-level support for a Linux-based infrastructure and applications, as well as network monitoring and diagnostics. This role involves occasional after-hours work and non-standard schedules to ensure 24/7 operational support.Key Responsibilities:Designing, testing, and implementing new solutions and services.
Evaluating and suggesting improvements to existing infrastructure and technologies.
Installing, configuring, testing, and maintaining operating systems, applications, hardware, storage, virtualization platforms, and system management tools.
Providing documentation and technical specifications for advising and consulting on IT infrastructure upgrades.
Analyzing security scans and audits to address deficiencies and propose security enhancements.
Collaborating with the IS security team to ensure the security of infrastructure systems.
Managing and monitoring IT infrastructure and applications.
Troubleshooting hardware and software issues, documenting problems and solutions, and assessing their impact.
Performing backup and recovery operations and implementing data protection and disaster recovery procedures.
Leading support efforts to resolve application, server, and equipment issues with minimal disruption to operations.
Serving as a Subject Matter Expert on company software and hardware, providing documentation for lower-tier administrators and technicians.
Collaborating with vendors and IT personnel to resolve problems.
Providing tier 3 resolutions for complex issues and occasionally being on-call after hours.

Required Skills:3-5 years of experience in a high-tech environment, with a focus on infrastructure management.
Proficiency with RedHat Satellite and IPA/IDM.
Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix operating systems and command-line interfaces.
Understanding of SAN and NAS storage devices.
Familiarity with scripting and automation tools.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Basic understanding of TCP/IP networks and troubleshooting tools.