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The Rockridge Group

Linux Systems Engineer

Milpitas, CA · On-site

Sr./Lead Linux Systems Administrator We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator who ... Proven experience in one of programming languages: Python/Perl and Shell Scripting, with experience ...

Leidos

Linux System Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

The Defense Sector at Leidos is seeking a Linux System Engineer to support a fast-paced program with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC). In this role, you will design, deploy ...

Leidos

Linux System Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

As a Linux System Engineer , you'll help build and sustain the foundational platforms that enable mission success. You'll improve automation, standardization, and operational efficiency while ...

Leidos

Linux System Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

The Defense Sector at Leidos is seeking a Linux System Engineer to support a fast-paced program with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC). In this role, you will design, deploy ...

Via Logic LLC

Linux System Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$87K - $157K/yr

The Defense Sector at Leidos is seeking a Linux System Engineer to support a fast-paced program with the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC). In this role, you will design, deploy ...

SolGenie

Linux Cloud System Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

Linux Cloud System Engineer Location: Santa Clara CA (Onsite) Duration: Long Term We are seeking a Linux Cloud System Engineer with strong expertise in Linux system administration and cloud ...

Tranzeal, Inc.

Linux System Engineer

Kirkland, WA · On-site

Systems Engineer Location: Kirkland, WA (Hybrid) Skills needed: * 4+ years of related experience. * Hands-on experience with large system designs and operations * Hands-on experience with Linux

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Quantix, Inc.

Linux DevOps Engineer

Castle Rock, CO · On-site

Responsibilities : • lead Linux systems engineering and support of 370+ virtual & physical servers • patch management (rebuild platform, build process, operationalize) for Red Hat Satellite ...

GDIT

$88K - $117K/yr

Skills: Documentations, Linux, Systems Design, Systems Engineering Certifications: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | International Information System Security ...

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Linux Systems Engineer

Milpitas, CA • On-site

The Rockridge Group
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Job description

Sr./Lead Linux Systems Administrator
 
We are seeking an experienced Linux System Administrator who can provide solutions and be able to work independently and a good team player.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for administering Linux Systems & servers on AWS on a mixed production environment.
  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations, monitoring, troubleshooting, automation, and configuration of Linux servers.
  • Work on multiple sites with multiple clients as well as remote
 
Requirements:
  • 5+ years of Linux systems design, implementation and administration in high availability and clustering environment
  • NFS/SAMBA, GFS2, NIS/Autofs, puppet/automation tools, GIT/JIRA/Confluence.
  • Experience managing servers on AWS a definite plus
  • Extensive experience with virtualization: VMware-ESXi/Hyper-V/XEN/KVM.
  • Proficiency and experience with NAS/SAN and iSCSI/NFS/CIFS technologies is required.
  • Experience with open source packages monitoring tools like CheckMK, Cacti, MRTG,OSSIM, GANGRILLA.
  • Solid knowledge of protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, LDAP/NIS, SMTP and SNMP.
  • Proven experience in one of programming languages: Python/Perl and Shell Scripting, with experience implementing automation using shell scripting and other related tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as he/she will be interacting with clients on a regular basis
  • Experience serving as technical lead a definite plus