Systems Engineer

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With constant innovation, cutting-edge technology, and fast-paced development, we're looking for talented professionals to join our Information Technology team to help us continue delivering an unparalleled customer experience. Join our dynamic Computer Operations department, where we provide essential hardware and software assistance to corporate users. Our team is dedicated to delivering top-notch technical support, system setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting across the organization. We ensure timely resolution of issues and the proper functioning of security software, while also aiding in the management of systems, networks, and telephone systems. If you are passionate about Linux technology and Infrastructure as Code, we invite you to be a part of our mission to maintain a seamless technological environment for our company.
Under the direction of the SysOps Technical Operations Manager, the Red Hat Linux Systems Engineer is a critical member of our technical infrastructure team, responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our organization's Linux-based systems infrastructure. This role ensures robust, secure, and high-performance Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems across our enterprise environment, with a strong emphasis on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies and automation.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and optimize Red Hat Enterprise Linux infrastructure solutions using Infrastructure as Code principles Develop and maintain IaC templates and automation scripts using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, and Puppet Configure and maintain Linux servers, storage systems, and containerized environments Implement and manage configuration management systems for consistent system deployment and maintenance Perform systems performance monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting to ensure optimal operation Develop and maintain comprehensive systems documentation, including architecture diagrams, runbooks, and IaC code repositories Collaborate with network and security teams to ensure comprehensive systems protection and compliance with security policies Implement and maintain Linux security-hardening standards and access controls Support systems upgrades, expansions, and technology refresh initiatives through automated deployment processes Participate in on-call rotations for critical Linux infrastructure support Contribute to disaster recovery and business continuity planning with automated failover solutions Assist in mentoring and developing junior systems engineers, providing technical guidance on Linux and IaC best practices
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of advanced certifications, continued professional development, and progressive technical leadership roles with demonstrated hands-on expertise Minimum 4-5 years of hands-on Red Hat Linux systems engineering experience with demonstrated proficiency in:
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8/9) administration and architecture Infrastructure as Code tools (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, or similar) Linux automation and scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell) Containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes) Linux security hardening and compliance frameworks Systems performance monitoring and troubleshooting Version control systems (Git, GitLab, GitHub)
Advanced certifications:
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Advanced knowledge of:
Linux monitoring and management tools (Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, Grafana) Backup and disaster recovery systems for Linux environments Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Network services on Linux (DNS, DHCP, NFS, Samba)
Infrastructure as Code Expertise:
Ansible playbooks and roles development Terraform infrastructure provisioning Configuration management best practices CI/CD pipeline integration for infrastructure deployment Git-based infrastructure workflows Infrastructure testing and validation
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment Detail-oriented with high standards for documentation and precision Adaptability in a fast-paced technological environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced certifications:
Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation Red Hat Certified Specialist in Containers and Kubernetes HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) CompTIA Linux+ AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar cloud certification
Location:
Lafayette, LA, United States
Category:
Architecture And Engineering Occupations