Florida Gulf Coast University
Linux Systems Engineer III
Main Campus, USA · Mid · Full-time
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About the role
- 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.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
- Leads the design, installation, operation, support, upgrades, and maintenance of infrastructure, including software, servers, and storage in a Linux and Windows server environment.
Requirements
- Professional full-time experience with Linux based enterprise systems and applications.
Nice to have
- 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:
Skills
- 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.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
- Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.
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