Linux Systems Engineer III

Florida Gulf Coast University; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Gulf Coast University seeks a Linux Systems Engineer III to design, install, operate, and maintain a Linux/Windows infrastructure across a multi-site environment. You will implement automation with Ansible and Red Hat Satellite, enforce security configurations, and coordinate with teams to optimize performance and reliability.

The role emphasizes on-site collaboration at FGCU campuses, with responsibilities spanning system backups, licensing, and incident response to ensure continuous

Qualifications

• 9+ years of full-time related experience, or a Bachelor's degree plus 5 years.
• Experience with Linux-based enterprise systems.
• Experience in multi-site enterprise environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, installation, operation, and maintenance of Linux/Windows infra.
• Administer automation with Ansible and Red Hat Satellite.
• Ensure data backups and security compliance.
• Collaborate across teams to resolve performance issues.

Skills

Linux

Automation

Shell scripting

PowerShell

Networking concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Ansible

Red Hat Satellite

VMware

Azure

Job description

## Linux Systems Engineer IIIApply: Main Campus: Full time: Posted Today: R0007947**Job Summary**The Linux Systems Engineer III leads the design, installation, operation, support, upgrades, and maintenance of infrastructure, including software, servers, networking and storage. Administers, maintains, and supports complex and critical infrastructure in a Linux VMWare and Windows server environment. FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here. At Florida Gulf Coast University, employees are expected to work on campus as part of a collaborative, mission-driven environment. While this role does not directly interact with students, its on-site presence is essential to supporting the university’s operations and advancing student learning across the institution.**Job Description****Typical duties include but are not limited to:** * Leads the design, installation, operation, support, upgrades, and maintenance of infrastructure, including software, servers, and storage in a Linux and Windows server environment.* Administers, maintains, and supports complex and critical infrastructure using automation such as Ansible / Red Hat Satellite.* Administers application security and configurations.* Coordinates application testing with functional areas.* Analyzes infrastructure performance and resolves problems or makes appropriate recommendations.* Leads troubleshooting of application, operating system server hardware, network communications and storage problems within infrastructure.* Ensures data/media recoverability by implementing a schedule of system backups and database archive operations.* Conducts routine infrastructure and security audits to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines.* Monitors and maintains continuity with system licensing and maintenance agreements.* Serves as an escalation point for Systems Engineers.* Tracks problems in the work order system.* Maintains records, forms, and standard operating procedures documentation.* Develops new techniques and procedures to enhance university systems infrastructure.* Reviews processes, evaluates results, recommends new processes, and promotes best practices. **Other duties:** * Performs other job-related duties as assigned.**Additional Job Description****Required Qualifications:** * This position requires either nine years of directly related full-time experience or, as an alternative, a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Computer Science or related field and five years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.* Professional full-time experience with Linux based enterprise systems and applications.* Experience with large enterprise computing environments that include multiple site locations.* Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered. **Preferred Qualifications:** * Five years professional full-time experience with application system support and implementation in a medium to large computing environment.* Professional full-time experience with enterprise systems and applications and current versions of Windows Server/Linux or other enterprise services. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:** * Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.* Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.* Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.* Knowledge of networking concepts (e.g. Systems, Protocols, Directory Services).* Knowledge and proficiency with relevant business systems, operating systems, and servers.* Knowledge of and ability to administer local and cloud based applications (SaaS) such as Azure/AWS or Office 365.* Skill in shell scripting/PowerShell/Bash scripting, project management of large initiatives, and troubleshooting.* Skill in managing servers and storage hardware.* Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.* Excellent interpersonal skills.* Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.* Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work in various situations when numerous and competing demands are involved.* Ability to collaborate and work effectively within the community and willingness to contribute to a team effort.* Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.* Ability to provide professional customer service. **Institutional Values & Behavioral Expectation** In this role, the successful candidate will be expected to: * Seek out new approaches to improve outcomes; remain open for feedback and new ideas.* Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.* Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals. **Pay Grade 19**