Job Title: Senior Linux Systems Architect

Location: Cleveland, OH

About Us:

We are a cutting-edge organization committed to technological innovation and efficiency. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Linux Systems Architect to join our dynamic team. If you possess strong Linux systems design and administration skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

Strategy & Planning:

• Analyze business needs, translate requirements into use cases, and design and implement services for automating system delivery.
• Develop, deploy, and maintain a Linux delivery catalog, setting service-level standards and practices for Linux deployments.
• Identify open-source tools and technologies to accelerate system delivery through automation and infrastructure orchestration.
• Define methods for executing change management policies in medium-scale server environments.
• Assess and apply security controls into the continuous integration lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies in Configuration Management, translating functionality into an effective IT vision and strategy.

Acquisition & Deployment:

• Support capacity planning and long-term strategic goals for Linux systems and software.
• Engage in planning, design, and development of process improvements with a focus on simplification and optimization.
• Collaborate with clients, peers, and decision-makers to define business requirements and system goals.

Operational Management:

• Administer and support policies, procedures, and technologies to ensure Linux system security.
• Participate in standard configuration, management, and maintenance tasks for file systems, networking, clustering, storage, and applications.
• Implement and test high availability and disaster recovery solutions for applications.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software problems on all Linux systems.
• Design modifications to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance.
• Ensure secure user access and role validation processes.
• Conduct Linux server/database transaction and security audits, recommending and implementing changes.
• Create reports in response to business user needs.
• Develop and maintain Linux system training materials and documentation.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Participate in capacity planning and performance management activities.

Incidental Functions:

• Assist with various projects to contribute to work efficiency.
• Lead and attend team meetings.
• Participate in hiring activities and change management preparations.
• Provide periodic 24-7 on-call support.
• Some travel may be required.

Qualifications:

Formal Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology or equivalent experience.

Knowledge & Experience:

• 5+ years of IT experience.
• 5+ years of experience designing and deploying Linux-based virtualization systems.
• Experience with applications, databases, and virtualization services.
• Experience in Linux security vulnerability detection and remediation.
• Understanding of DNS, TCP/IP, load balancing, and network concepts.
• Understanding of automation and deployment tools (Puppet, Chef, Ruby, Jenkins, GIT, Python, Shell scripting, or similar).

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in storage administration.
• Experience implementing Linux server hardening and security practices.
• Experience with PCI and HIPAA compliance standards.
• Experience implementing ITIL-based service catalogs for Linux platforms.
• Software development experience.
• Working knowledge of database technologies (Oracle clustering and ASM, MongoDB, MySQL, and/or DB2).
• Systems Administration experience.
• Understanding of container technology.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Responsive to new learning opportunities and growth.
• Motivated and competent, attentive to detail.
• Organized with effective prioritization skills.
• Customer-focused with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Committed to team collaboration and individual achievement.
• Strong commitment to inclusion and diversity.

If you are a seasoned Linux Systems Architect looking to contribute to innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply and join us on our journey of technical excellence. Send Inquiries, cover letters and resumes to john@emeraldresourcegroup.com.

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