Linux Systems Engineer - Albany, NY

The Linux Systems Engineer is part of the Information Technology (IT) department, which resides on the IT Infrastructure team and reports to the Director of IT Services. As our Linux Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and securing Linux-based servers and systems.

This role will require working in-person from our Albany, NY office varying between one to five days per week. In-person support will be dependent on the needs of the IT team.

What You'll Do:

Apply security patches and updates to Linux systems in a timely manner to address vulnerability remediation

Diagnose and resolve issues related to Linux systems and applications

Design and configure new Linux based solutions, including servers and workstations, applying security benchmarks, and installing necessary software packages

Complete support tickets from end users, and project tasks within the organization

Collaborate with staff across the organization to ensure smooth integration and operation of systems

Maintain detailed documentation on system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting steps

After-business hours work as needed

Other tasks and responsibilities as assigned

What You'll Need:

3+ years’ experience as a Systems Engineer

2+ years’ experience administering Linux file systems, system administration tools, and mission critical servers

1+ years managing VMware vCenter environment

1+ years of professional cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)

Excellent customer service skills and communication skills

Must be authorized to work in the United States

It's a Plus if You Have:

2+ years’ experience managing VMware vCenter environment

Associate’s degree from an accredited college in Computer Science, IT, or related field

Experience working with Security Best Practices (CIS, DISA, PCI)

Hands-on experience with AWS, AWS services and tools (VPCs, Trusted Advisor, Load Balancers, S3 Buckets)

Previous experience working in an agile environment

At CIS, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment in which the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and views of our employees, members, and customers are valued and respected. It is through this commitment that we are able to work together towards our common mission: to make the connected world a safer place.

Compensation Range:USD$33.95 - $56.06

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