Infrastructure Engineer

Red Clay Consulting; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RCC Global LLC is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain resilient Oracle Utilities infrastructure for utility clients across North America. This fully remote role requires strong Linux, network, and scripting skills with on-call availability.

You will communicate technical concepts to client IT personnel, support VPN and firewall configurations, and drive standardized processes while traveling up to 25% for go-lives or data-center work when needed.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related technology field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years Linux server configuration for lightweight deployment (no GUI).
• 5+ years shell scripting, middleware, and SQL.
• Networking experience including firewalls & VPN (SonicWALL).
• Familiarity with Linux via the command line (required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication in a distributed, remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain infrastructure supporting application resilience.
• Troubleshoot system performance, security, and connectivity issues.
• Tune hardware and software configurations for local and client environments.
• Plan and communicate detailed server hardware/software deliverables to non-technical teams.
• Provide on-call support with flexible hours and remote availability.
• Identify risks and proactively resolve time-sensitive issues.

Skills

Linux server configuration

Shell scripting

Networking & VPN

Communication skills

On-call support

Education

Undergraduate degree in Network Systems Administration, Information Systems Technology, Engineering, or related field

Tools

WebLogic

VMware vCenter/ESXi

Oracle VM

Veeam

SonicWALL VPN/firewall

Job description

Department: Infrastructure / Managed Services

Location: Remote (United States)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Type: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY

The Infrastructure Engineer supplies customers with Oracle Utilities software infrastructure installation and support, communicates technical concepts to client IT personnel, and implements standardized processes and procedures, while assisting with Red Clay internal network and VPN connectivity as needed. This fully remote role is business‑critical and time‑sensitive, directly supporting RCC Global LLC's mission to deliver resilient, high‑quality Oracle Utilities solutions to utility clients across North America.

This is a fully remote position open to candidates within the United States. The Infrastructure Engineer is expected to maintain a reliable home office, high‑speed internet connectivity, and availability during core business hours across client time zones. Occasional travel (approximately 10–25%) may be required for go‑lives, critical incidents, data center work, or on‑site infrastructure activities that cannot be performed remotely.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, deploy, and maintain infrastructure that supports application resilience
• Perform problem and root cause management in the areas of system performance, security, and connectivity
• Tune hardware and software configurations for local and client environments
• Plan, in detail, all tasks needed for server hardware or software deliverables, and communicate and explain these plans to non‑technical teams to obtain consensus and approval
• Troubleshoot network and connectivity issues and provide solutions; ensure voice and data flow smoothly
• Identify system and/or application issues and work with users and/or clients as needed to resolve them
• Provide on‑call support services with flexible hours and schedule
• Update hardware needed to maintain the network and servers
• Proactively identify opportunities to save costs and more effectively manage servers
• Maintain contact with consultants to proactively identify changes as needed
• Create and define metrics that accurately reflect the current state of a given process
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and adhere to client procedures and standards
• Provide technical support to RCC Global LLC employees
• Explain procedures clearly, in writing or verbally, to team members or users

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Undergraduate degree in Network Systems Administration, Information Systems Technology, Engineering, or a related technology field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years' experience with Linux server configuration for lightweight deployment (no GUI), including creating custom kernels, automating startup, and recovering damaged systems
• 5+ years' experience with shell scripting, middleware, and SQL
• Networking experience including firewalls & VPN (SonicWALL), Wi‑Fi management, network switch configuration (VLANs and trunking), and multi‑switch topologies (Dell managed switches)
• Familiarity with Linux via the command line (required)
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including explaining plans or issues to non‑technical teams in a distributed, remote setting
• Reliable home office with high‑speed internet, and ability to travel up to 10–25% (clients generally within the United States)
• Ability to provide on‑call support with flexible hours, identify risks, and quickly resolve time‑sensitive issues
• Experience tuning hardware and software configurations for local and client environments
• Ability to create and define metrics that accurately reflect the current state of a process

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• WebLogic Administration:
• Management of clustered environments
• Monitoring and scripted deployment of applications
• Performance tuning and monitoring
• Experience managing virtualized infrastructure
• VMWare vCenter,ESXi, Workstation, and Player
• Oracle VM and OVM Manager
• Veeam Backup and Restore
• Additional:
• Experience supporting Microsoft Office and related applications
• DNS and name registration
• Active Directory, both GUI and PowerShell manipulation
• Knowledge of the Oracle Utilities product suite and the energy industry

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Communication & Client Orientation: adapts messaging for technical and non‑technical audiences and builds trust with client IT personnel in a distributed setting
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: breaks overwhelming problems into manageable sub‑components and drives them to root cause resolution
• Sense of Urgency & Reliability: treats business‑critical issues with appropriate speed and maintains dependable presence during core hours and on‑call windows
• Self‑Direction & Accountability: manages workload independently, follows through on commitments, and delivers quality work without close supervision
• Adaptability & Continuous Learning: actively learns new technologies and applies them to improve outcomes
• Composure Under Pressure: remains calm and solution‑focused during critical incidents, go‑lives, and after‑hours escalations
• Collaboration & Ownership: works effectively across teams, shares knowledge, and takes initiative on improvement and cost‑saving opportunities

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This is a remote, office‑style role performed primarily from a home workstation. The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Prolonged periods of sitting or remaining stationary while working on a computer

Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate a keyboard, mouse, and other computer equipment

Ability to view a computer screen for extended periods, including close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Constant communication via video conferencing, telephone, and written correspondence; must be able to exchange accurate information

Occasional lifting, moving, or setting up of computer or network equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or reaching when installing, cabling, or servicing hardware in a data center or client environment during periodic travel

Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and on‑call rotations, in support of business‑critical activities

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

RCC Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued and respected.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) STATEMENT

RCC Global LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of this position, please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required.