We are looking for a skilled Linux Engineer to join our team in Corinth, Texas. This long-term contract position calls for a detail-oriented individual with deep expertise in managing Squid Proxy servers and authentication systems in secure Linux environments. The role involves deploying, configuring, and optimizing enterprise-level solutions to support network access control and web caching services. This will be a contract position that will be FULLY ONSITE. Responsibilities: • Install, configure, and manage Squid Proxy servers on Linux systems to enhance traffic optimization, caching, and filtering capabilities. • Deploy and maintain authentication servers such as FreeRADIUS to ensure secure and reliable access control within network environments. • Integrate Squid and authentication systems with Active Directory or other identity management solutions. • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement tuning to ensure high availability and security. • Establish access control policies, filtering rules, and authentication mechanisms to meet organizational requirements. • Apply system updates, patches, and firewall configurations to maintain security standards. • Analyze logs and performance metrics to identify and resolve system inefficiencies. • Develop automation scripts or tools to simplify administrative tasks and reporting. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network and security specialists, to align systems with business needs. • Document system configurations, processes, and incident resolutions for future reference.