Senior Linux System Admin

HIRECLOUT; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule with every other Fr

Job summary

HIRECLOUT is seeking a Systems Engineer to design, implement, and maintain enterprise Linux servers, virtualization, and storage systems for a public-sector infrastructure supporting 200k+ residents. The role combines hands-on administration with long-term planning across multi-site initiatives.

You will lead patching, automation, monitoring, and security updates, and act as Tier 3 escalation while collaborating with technical leadership on modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Lifecycle management patching processes for Linux systems.
• Strong hands-on Bash scripting for automation.
• Strong hands-on Linux experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with MySQL.
• Strong hands-on experience with vulnerability management in the Linux environment.
• Strong understanding of OS and application patching strategies.
• Solid communication skills with ability to present recommendations to leadership.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work styles in a dynamic environment.
• Experience with Linux administration (system updates, patching, scripting).
• Ability to work onsite 5x/week.

Responsibilities

• Lifecycle management patching processes for Linux systems
• Strong hands-on experience with Bash scripting for automation
• Strong hands-on Linux experience
• Strong hands-on experience with MySQL
• Strong hands-on experience with vulnerability management in the Linux environment
• Lead OS and application patching workflows including compliance reporting
• Manage certificate issuance, renewals, and security-related updates
• Implement and tune system monitoring platforms for availability, performance, and alerting
• Serve as Tier 3 escalation for infrastructure-level issues
• Present updates, proposals, and project progress to technical leadership
• Support ongoing modernization initiatives including Linux updates, virtualization improvements, and backup strategy redesign

Skills

Linux

Bash scripting

MySQL

Vulnerability management

OS patching

Communication

Adaptability

Linux administration

Automation

Tools

PowerShell

SAN/NAS

IIS/Apache

Active Directory

Windows Server

Horizon/VDI

SFTP/FTP

AWS/Azure (hybrid cloud)

Job description

Job Title:

Systems Engineer

Role Overview

Join a mission-driven public-sector technology organization supporting a diverse community of more than 200,000 residents. This team maintains the core infrastructure behind essential services, public safety operations, and ongoing digital modernization efforts. As a Systems Engineer, you will design, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade server, virtualization, and storage systems that ensure reliability, security, and continuity for high-impact citywide services. This is a hands-on role with real ownership across infrastructure architecture, long-term planning, and complex multi-site initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lifecycle management patching processes for Linux systems


• Strong hands-on experience with Bash scripting for automation


• Strong hands-on Linux experience


• Strong hands-on experience with MySQL


• Strong hands-on experience with vulnerability management in the Linux environment


• Lead OS and application patching workflows including compliance reporting


• Manage certificate issuance, renewals, and security-related updates


• Implement and tune system monitoring platforms for availability, performance, and alerting


• Serve as Tier 3 escalation for infrastructure-level issues


• Present updates, proposals, and project progress to technical leadership


• Support ongoing modernization initiatives including Linux updates, virtualization improvements, and backup strategy redesign

Education & Qualifications:

• Lifecycle management patching processes for Linux systems


• Strong hands-on experience with Bash scripting for automation


• Strong hands-on Linux experience


• Strong hands-on experience with MySQL


• Strong hands-on experience with vulnerability management in the Linux environment


• Strong understanding of OS and application patching strategies


• Solid communication skills with ability to present recommendations to leadership


• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work styles in a dynamic environment


• Experience with Linux administration (system updates, patching, scripting)


• Ability to work onsite 5x/week

Preferred Experience:

• Background with MFA or identity-related security integrations


• Horizon/VDI support or deployment experience


• SFTP/FTP secure file transfer tools


• IIS or Apache web server administration


• Exposure to hybrid cloud environments (AWS or Azure)


• Experience designing high‑availability storage or server architectures


• Expert‑level Active Directory experience including architecture, design, GPO creation, and remediation


• Deep experience with Windows Server and enterprise virtualization


• Strong hands‑on background with physical servers, storage systems, and lifecycle planning


• Demonstrated success leading infrastructure projects with multiple stakeholders


• Proven experience with enterprise backup and recovery solutions


• Proficiency with PowerShell scripting for automation


• Experience with SAN/NAS systems and storage networking protocols

Why Us:

• Base pay: $40 – 75 per hour


• Impactful work supporting technology systems used across a broad and diverse public community


• Broad exposure to enterprise infrastructure across networking, storage, security, and applications


• A highly collaborative environment with ongoing modernization initiatives


• Stable public‑sector employer with strong long‑term career potential


• Supportive leadership committed to digital transformation and continuous improvement

Benefits and Perks:

• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis now and in the future. This position does not offer sponsorship.

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