Linux Server Engineer with Network Administration expertise

NextTA
New York State

We are a growing financial services organization committed to delivering secure and reliable solutions to our clients. We are seeking a Linux Server Engineer with Network Administration expertise to design, implement, and maintain our server and network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and compliance in a fast-paced financial environment.

Role Summary

The Linux Server Engineer will be responsible for architecting and managing Linux-based servers, virtualization, and network infrastructure. This role requires strong technical expertise in server engineering, automation, and network administration, including Cisco and Arista switches and routers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, configure, and maintain Linux servers (CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL) for production and development environments.
  • Implement server architecture for scalability, performance, and security.
  • Manage virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM) and cloud integrations (AWS/Azure).
  • Automate server provisioning and patching using scripting (Bash, Python, Ansible).
  • Monitor system health and performance using tools like Nagios, Zabbix, or Prometheus.
  • Configure and maintain network infrastructure , including:
  • Cisco routers and switches
  • Arista switches
  • VLANs, routing protocols, and firewall rules
  • Ensure compliance with financial industry standards (PCI DSS, SOC).
  • Perform capacity planning, disaster recovery, and backup strategies.
  • Collaborate with application teams to support deployment and integration of financial systems.
  • Troubleshoot complex server, network, and storage issues promptly.
  • Document architecture, configurations, and processes for audits and compliance.

Preferred Certifications

  • Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Professional (CCNP).
  • Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC).
  • AWS Certified SysOps Administrator (optional).

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical financial systems.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Collaborative and growth-oriented culture.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in Linux server engineering and network administration.
  • Expertise in Linux OS (CentOS, Ubuntu, RHEL) and shell scripting.
  • Strong knowledge of virtualization (VMware, KVM) and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure).
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco and Arista network devices , including configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Familiarity with networking (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN) and security hardening practices.
  • Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of compliance standards for financial services preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Posted 2026-01-09

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