Senior Linux Systems Engineer

1 day ago


Arlington, Virginia, United States ALTA IT Services Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Linux Systems Engineer to join our dynamic infrastructure operations team at ALTA IT Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain secure and efficient Linux-based systems for optimal performance and availability.
  • Develop and maintain automation scripts using Shell, Ansible, or other automation tools to streamline system administration tasks and minimize manual work.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful rollout of patches, updates, and upgrades across various environments, minimizing downtime and ensuring environment stability.
  • Implement and maintain security best practices, integrating security into all scripting, maintenance, and administration tasks in a highly secured environment.
  • Set up, manage, and test backup and disaster recovery systems to ensure business continuity.
  • Foster a customer-focused mindset, ensuring system reliability, performance, and automation efforts directly contribute to improved service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Maintain strong problem-solving skills, efficiently resolving system issues, minimizing downtime, and maintaining service availability.

Requirements:

  • 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Linux systems management, including installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux servers (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
  • Strong knowledge of automation tools, such as Shell, Ansible, or other automation tools.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members, development, testing, and other support teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with SonarQube, IQ scans, and vulnerability management.
  • Linux certifications (RHCSA, RHCE) or equivalent.
  • Familiarity with security concepts: TLS, JWT, OAuth, CyberArk, vulnerabilities remediation.

About ALTA IT Services

ALTA IT Services is a leading provider of IT services, committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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