Tier 2 Linux Engineer (Onsite - Westbury, Long Island)

We are looking for a Tier 2 Linux Engineer to join our onsite team in Westbury, Long Island. This full-time, hands-on role is perfect for someone with strong Linux experience who enjoys working in dynamic environments and solving real-world technical problems. Responsibilities: Provide Tier 2 support for Linux-based systems (primarily Ubuntu, CentOS, RHEL) Troubleshoot OS, application, and networking issues across production and internal systems Manage user accounts, permissions, and system configurations Maintain and configure services such as Apache/Nginx, SSH, DNS, DHCP, MySQL/PostgreSQL Monitor system performance and security using standard tools (e.g., top, journalctl, fail2ban) Assist with backup, patching, and scripting for automation Collaborate with other engineers and escalate issues as needed Document procedures, incidents, and resolutions in the ticketing system Requirements Requirements: 3+ years of hands-on Linux system administration experience Proficiency with command line tools, shell scripting (bash), and standard Linux utilities Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, routing, and basic firewall rules (iptables or ufw) Ability to troubleshoot services, logs, and performance issues Strong communication and documentation skills Must be able to work onsite daily in Westbury, NY 4 days (32 hours) per week including evenings and weekends. Reliable transportation is required Preferred Qualifications: Experience with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, cron scripting) Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with containers (Docker) or virtualization (KVM, VMware) Knowledge of version control (Git) and ticketing systems (e.g., ConnectWise, Jira) Benefits Full benefits package, including: $42/Hour + overtime pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan Paid time off and holidays Certification reimbursement and professional development Contract engagement terms available at a higher rate of pay.