Linux Systems Engineer

Configure, patch, upgrade, and harden Linux operating systems and core services, including security controls like user management, SSH, sudo, PAM, SELinux, and firewall configuration. Four-year degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, certifications, and experience will be considered.

Job Title: Linux Systems Engineer
Location: Melbourne, FL
Type: Contract To Hire
Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote
Hours: 40.0
Security Clearance: Not specified

Overview
System One is looking for a Linux Systems Engineer in either Melbourne or Miramar, FL

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain, and secure enterprise Linux platforms focusing on Red Hat Enterprise Linux, with support for distributions such as Ubuntu and related variants
• Administer, troubleshoot, and optimize Linux servers, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance across development, testing, and production environments
• Configure, patch, upgrade, and harden Linux operating systems and core services, including security controls like user management, SSH, sudo, PAM, SELinux, and firewall configuration
• Monitor system performance, analyze logs, perform tuning, and conduct proactive maintenance to ensure operational health and capacity planning
• Implement security and compliance measures using SCAP, STIG, CIS benchmarks, and NIST controls; prepare documentation for audits and reviews
• Support workloads hosted on virtual, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures, including integration with VMware, storage, backup, and networking solutions
• Develop automation scripts and tools for provisioning, patching, configuration management, and routine administrative tasks using Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar technologies
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for incidents impacting OS, middleware, applications, storage, network, or security
• Participate in platform upgrades, migrations, lifecycle management, and change activities following operational and risk management protocols
• Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, standards, and procedures to ensure operational consistency and knowledge sharing
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, network, database, cloud, and application teams to support secure and resilient enterprise services

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of responsible Linux systems administration experience in enterprise environments
• Strong hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, including server patching, troubleshooting, and security hardening
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar tools
• Experience supporting virtualized, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures
• Four-year degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, certifications, and experience will be considered
• Experience in regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, or government highly preferred

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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