Associate Engineer Jobs in Ridgeland, MS (NOW HIRING)

Our client is searching for a Senior Red Hat Enterprise Linux Engineer with virtualization and AWS experience for a contract-to-hire position.

***All candidates must work directly for TEKsystems on a W2 basis and no sponsorship is available***

Description

Seeking a Senior UNIX/Linux(RHEL) Engineer with deep technical expertise to help shape and lead a hybrid cloud transformation. This role is for the Infrastructure Hosting Team, that includes architecting, engineering, and managing the on-premise and AWS-based Linux computing environments. This includes designing solutions that power mission-critical workloads such as SAP HANA, ensuring operational resilience, performance, compliance, and Lifecycle Management.

Heavy RHEL Enterprise engineering experience and virtualization experience is required. (Nutanix preferred)

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Persons must be a US Citizen because of the NERC/CIP regulatory requirements and security policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent technical experience.

• 8+ years of experience in Linux system administration and infrastructure design.

• Hands-on knowledge of Nutanix and enterprise storage solutions.

• Strong experience in hybrid cloud environments, preferably AWS.

• Proficiency with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Bash, Python, Ansible).

• Familiarity with ITIL practices and infrastructure compliance standards (e.g., NERC/CIP).

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work across business and technical teams.

• Ability to travel up to 25% required

• Able to Participate in On-Call rotations

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certification (e.g., Solutions Architect – Associate or Professional).

• ITIL v4 Certification.

• Experience in utility, energy, or regulated industry environments.

• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools for hybrid infrastructure.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jackson, MS.

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Jackson,MS.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.