Linux Systems Engineer
Job Title: Linux Systems Engineer Location: Melbourne, FL Type: Contract To Hire Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote Hours: 40.0 Security Clearance: Not specifiedOverviewSystem One is looking for a Linux Systems Engineer in either Melbourne or Miramar, FL ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, maintain, and secure enterprise Linux platforms focusing on Red Hat Enterprise Linux, with support for distributions such as Ubuntu and related variantsAdminister, troubleshoot, and optimize Linux servers, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance across development, testing, and production environmentsConfigure, patch, upgrade, and harden Linux operating systems and core services, including security controls like user management, SSH, sudo, PAM, SELinux, and firewall configurationMonitor system performance, analyze logs, perform tuning, and conduct proactive maintenance to ensure operational health and capacity planningImplement security and compliance measures using SCAP, STIG, CIS benchmarks, and NIST controls; prepare documentation for audits and reviewsSupport workloads hosted on virtual, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures, including integration with VMware, storage, backup, and networking solutionsDevelop automation scripts and tools for provisioning, patching, configuration management, and routine administrative tasks using Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar technologiesProvide advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis for incidents impacting OS, middleware, applications, storage, network, or securityParticipate in platform upgrades, migrations, lifecycle management, and change activities following operational and risk management protocolsCreate and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, standards, and procedures to ensure operational consistency and knowledge sharingCollaborate 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 environmentsStrong hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, including server patching, troubleshooting, and security hardeningProficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, Python, Ansible, or similar toolsExperience supporting virtualized, cloud, and hybrid infrastructuresFour-year degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent education, certifications, and experience will be consideredExperience in regulated industries such as financial services, healthcare, or government highly preferredSystem 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.#M1 # Ref: #431-IT Tampa