Operating Systems Services | Linux OS Engineer III (Azure)

Operating Systems Services | Linux Os Engineer Iii (Azure)

Epsilon is now part of AMERICAN SYSTEMS! We are pleased to announce Epsilon, Inc. has joined AMERICAN SYSTEMS. Together, we're combining our expertise and expanding our resources to enhance support for our customers and create new opportunities for our employees. Epsilon will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of AMERICAN SYSTEMS until December 31, 2025, transitioning fully to AMERICAN SYSTEMS on January 1, 2026. We're committed to a smooth transition and look forward to what we'll achieve together.

Benefits : We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits through a major national carrier, generous PTO, paid holidays, and immediate 401(k) contribution. Starting January 1st, 2026, you'll gain access to AMERICAN SYSTEMS' benefits package and employee ownership program-details will be shared during your recruiter conversation.

Compensation : The wage range listed represents the potential compensation opportunities for this position. Starting salary will be thoughtfully determined by the hiring manager based on a variety of factors including candidate experience, education, relevant skills, and qualifications brought to the role. The initial offer could be any amount within the posted range, reflecting Epsilon's commitment to fair and competitive compensation.

Where you'll work : This fully remote opportunity allows you the flexibility to work from home in support of Epsilon's USDA DISC Customer.

Our Customer's Mission : The USDA Digital Infrastructure Services Center (DISC) operates 24 / 7 / 365 to provide comprehensive on premises and cloud-based hosting services, including Disaster Recovery, security, and professional support services and operations to approximately 35 federal organizations. The USDA and other Federal partners depend upon DISC's highly complex and interconnected technology infrastructure to conduct their operations. To better support this mission, DISC is modernizing their technology by transitioning to a continuous integration, deployment, and code-based organization.

An average day : As Operating Systems Services | Linux OS Engineer Iii (Azure), you will manage and oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux servers and associated hardware / software components within the data center. This role continuously monitors system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and optimizing system resources to ensure smooth operations and efficient functioning. The Engineer will respond to system alerts, diagnosing issues, and swiftly resolving technical problems to minimize downtime and maintain high availability of services. This position will employ scripting to automate routine tasks, streamline processes, and enhance system efficiency. The Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams, documenting system configurations, procedures, and best practices to ensure knowledge sharing and adherence to standard operating protocols within the data center environment. In this position you will :

• Engineer and administer all aspects of RHEL 7, 8, and 9 servers, including upgrading, patching, troubleshooting, resolving, designing, communicating, analyzing system logs, managing network configurations, storage volumes and configurations, hardening systems to DISA STIG regulatory standard, remediating vulnerabilities, configuration management, and system monitoring.
• Support Linux server environments in Microsoft Azure, including Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Identity Management, and Azure networking features, as well as hybrid workloads in Azure VMware Solution (AVS).
• Provide as-needed technical support of related tooling, like Red Hat Satellite, Ansible Automation Platform, GitLab, and mail relay services.
• Perform scripting / automation efforts using Ansible, GitLab, or Python to reduce or eliminate administrative toil.
• Document and perform changes and resolve incidents and problems using the client's Configuration Management Tools and Systems.
• Produce knowledge transfer documentation to the client as required.
• Participate in Agile project management and a DevSecOps culture as required.
• Provide 24x7x365 support as needed.

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Preferred Qualifications :

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Physical Demands and Working Conditions : Listed below are the physical or mental requirements necessary for the job's performance. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions :

Epsilon is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. EEO / AA : Disabled / Vets.