Linux System Engineer

Who we are: Based in Austin, Texas, Acumera is a leader in managed network security and automation services for multi-site businesses' payment systems and operations. Acumen provides software-as-a-service (SaaS) solutions for edge computing, secure edge networking, network operations, visualization, and security. Our clients focus on growing their companies using Acumera's remote systems' visibility, robust data security, and simplified compliance services. In 2002, Acumera became our client's trusted network partner. What we're looking for: Acumera is a leader in providing converged infrastructure solutions to the retail and hospitality industry. Our customers are some of the largest and best known global store, restaurant, and hospitality brands. Our solution is built on a cutting edge Linux based virtualization stack that features total management through a devops driven infrastructure. We design, develop, and maintain a software stack that includes a core virtualization solution built on Debian Linux with OpenVZ, LXC, and KVM, with supporting management code built in Puppet and Ruby. Our back-end management environment includes Ruby Rails, and Redis components. The Linux Systems Engineer performs production systems integration work involving Linux, networking, open source tools, and automation to implement our solutions.This position is open to local Texas or Florida candidates. We have offices located in Austin, Texas and Tallahassee, Florida. This role requires hybrid flexibility with 2-3 days a week onsite. Responsibilities: Work directly with clients or project manager to integrate the Redbox solution into their environment for their needs. Update any additional security settings for the enterprise firewalls Demonstrate best-practice knowledge and apply skills to deliver an effective solution specific to client needs. Interface with development team on projects for clients as well as QA. Some occasional travel to client sites may be required Success Metrics: Successfully engages in several simultaneous initiatives Delivers projects on time Delivers quality implementations Ability to work as a member of an integrated team Qualifications: Experience with medium to large scale production environments. High level of knowledge of Linux systems and services, particularly network services such as iptables, bind, quagga, etc Strong skills in scripting and development of systems automation tools (using bash, Ruby, etc.) Familiarity with any of Hiera, Redis, or Postgres a plus Familiarity with Git or other version/code management a plus Excellent interpersonal and communications skills Ability to solve problems quickly and automate processes Minimum 4 years of hands-on Linux Systems Administration experience Experience with log analysis, monitoring and alerting systems (e.g. Splunk/Sensu/etc) Excellent understanding of networking including TCP/IP, routing, routing protocols, firewalls, VLANs, and VPNs (both SSL and IPSEC) Experience with AWS EC2 services. Experience with systems automation (e.g. Puppet/Chef/Ansible/Salt), Puppet experience a plus. Solid grasp of security concepts and technologies. Ability to work as a team as well as individually Comfortable working in a small company where you may be asked to wear multiple hats. Experience with lower powered devices and system tuning. Understanding of virtualization, experience with QEMU/KVM, Experience with payment processing or PCI a plus CISSP, or other Security certificates is a plus Perks of Acumera: Health benefits start on day one. 401(k), FSA, HSA Casual dress code Fully stocked kitchen Vibrant and Inclusive Workplace Atmosphere Paid company holidays Discretionary time off policy Central Austin location with free parking Flexible work environment and an opportunity to grow as we grow. Acumera is an equal opportunity employer. The final candidates will be subject to a pre-employment background check.