Insight Global
Sr Linux Systems Engineer
Insight Global, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Description
As a Linux Systems Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to manage and maintain Linux servers, ensuring they operate at optimal performance, security, and reliability. You will install, configure, and troubleshoot Linux operating systems and associated software, including web servers, databases, and application servers. Analyzing system performance metrics and implementing tuning solutions to improve efficiency and reliability will be a key part of your role. You will develop and maintain scripts for automating system tasks, leveraging tools such as Bash, Python, or Ansible, to streamline operations and reduce manual intervention.
In addition, you will implement monitoring solutions and respond to system alerts, diagnosing and resolving issues promptly to maintain high system availability. Applying security best practices, including system hardening, patch management, and access controls, will be essential to safeguard sensitive data. You will work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to support software deployments and ensure seamless integration with Linux systems. Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures will be crucial for operational transparency and continuity.
Collaboration with the DevOps team will be vital to streamline workflows, enhance CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability. You will manage and optimize AWS environments, ensuring best practices in security, performance, and cost management are followed. Providing support and troubleshooting for Linux systems, while demonstrating versatility in navigating a Microsoft Windows environment, will be part of your daily tasks. Lastly, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver robust solutions that meet organizational needs.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Skills and Requirements
8+ years of experience in Linux system administration
Strong proficiency in Ansible for automation and orchestration
Extensive experience with AWS services and architecture
Familiarity with Windows environments and the ability to work effectively within them
Solid understanding of DevOps principles and practices
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to system management
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Nagios)
Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash)
Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Red Hat Certified Engineer)
Knowledge of software products such as Microsoft Office & VMWare products null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.
As a Linux Systems Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to manage and maintain Linux servers, ensuring they operate at optimal performance, security, and reliability. You will install, configure, and troubleshoot Linux operating systems and associated software, including web servers, databases, and application servers. Analyzing system performance metrics and implementing tuning solutions to improve efficiency and reliability will be a key part of your role. You will develop and maintain scripts for automating system tasks, leveraging tools such as Bash, Python, or Ansible, to streamline operations and reduce manual intervention.
In addition, you will implement monitoring solutions and respond to system alerts, diagnosing and resolving issues promptly to maintain high system availability. Applying security best practices, including system hardening, patch management, and access controls, will be essential to safeguard sensitive data. You will work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to support software deployments and ensure seamless integration with Linux systems. Creating and maintaining comprehensive documentation for system configurations, processes, and procedures will be crucial for operational transparency and continuity.
Collaboration with the DevOps team will be vital to streamline workflows, enhance CI/CD pipelines, and ensure system reliability. You will manage and optimize AWS environments, ensuring best practices in security, performance, and cost management are followed. Providing support and troubleshooting for Linux systems, while demonstrating versatility in navigating a Microsoft Windows environment, will be part of your daily tasks. Lastly, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver robust solutions that meet organizational needs.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/ .
Skills and Requirements
8+ years of experience in Linux system administration
Strong proficiency in Ansible for automation and orchestration
Extensive experience with AWS services and architecture
Familiarity with Windows environments and the ability to work effectively within them
Solid understanding of DevOps principles and practices
Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and across departments
Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to system management
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Knowledge of monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Nagios)
Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Bash)
Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Red Hat Certified Engineer)
Knowledge of software products such as Microsoft Office & VMWare products null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.