NIC's corporate office in Olathe, KS is currently seeking applicants to serve as a Linux Systems Engineer. The Linux Systems Engineer is responsible for engineering Linux based infrastructure and operational tools, manage capacity and performance of infrastructure, and utilize or develop automation tools to work with NIC Infrastructure.
Ideal candidates will have 4 to 6 years of experience managing Linux systems and 2 to 3 years utilizing configuration management tools to do system automation and management. They will be familiar with Enterprise Linux standards and procedures as well as an understanding of system security best practice.
This position has high creative latitude but also requires the ability to share knowledge with the team members and the larger NIC Linux community.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Build new virtual and physical Linux systems as needed.
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Automate system deployment and maintenance tasks.
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Patch, upgrade and replace existing systems.
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Troubleshoot and support Linux and Solaris systems, as well as deeper troubleshooting knowledge of technologies sitting on top of them (ex. Apache, MySQL, LDAP).
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Participate in on call rotation.
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Incident Resolution within SLA.
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Compile / Update detailed documentation for new/existing architecture.
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Proactively identify/resolve problems / cleanup activities.
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Ability to interface with customers / internal teams effectively.
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Ability to perform and deliver activities as it relates to project work/assignment.
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Translate business requirements to architectural requirements / design.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:
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2-5 years of experience with Linux Operating Systems.
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Experience administering Linux Operating Systems, specifically in a virtualized environment.
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Experience with Puppet or similar automation/configuration management software.
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Implementation of scrips with bash required. Debugging experience with Python or Ruby preferred.
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Ability to troubleshoot application stack (networking, load balancing, OS, Middleware).
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Ability to troubleshoot, isolate, and resolve problems in a complex environment.
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Ability to work individually and in a team environment.
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Capable of mult-tasking is a fast paced office environment.
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Enterprise Experience (minimum of management of 100+ server environment).
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Positive Attitude – Displays enthusiasm for the industry.
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Self-aware – Understanding of personal abilities and honest assessment of areas requiring growth. Solicits feedback and listens to others- acknowledges opportunity to improve.
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Reliability – Committed, punctual, accountable.
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Professionalism – Ability to ethically communicate effectively in writing and verbally. Soft skills to represent the organization clearly and accurately.
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Initiative – Ambition and self-motivation to keep learning and improving themselves and others. Takes advantage of opportunities for more responsibility. Focus on career development of self and others. Seeks continual improvement.
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Respect – Sets clear expectations for self and others. Exhibits active listening skills and solicits/considers views of others when making decisions.
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Integrity – Honesty, trustworthiness, forthrightness, accountability.
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Ability to communicate and build relationships outside IT.
Benefits:
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Competitive compensation program
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No-cost group medical/dental insurance
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Stock purchase plan
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Matching 401(k) contributions with 100% vesting
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Disability insurance
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Life insurance
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Company wellness program
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Casual and fun office environment
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Paid State holidays and vacation
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Tuition reimbursement