Technology System Engineer, RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)Apply now »Date: May 22, 2024Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30308Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.Norfolk Southern offers a unique opportunity to be part of our proud legacy that spans nearly 200 years. We are a customer-centric, operations-driven team dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrow's rail. As part of Norfolk Southern, you’ll join a collaborative team where there are opportunities for growth across the organization. We are building a culture where everyone can thrive by owning and driving exceptional results, being humble and leading with trust, serving our customers with excellence, and collaborating and coaching to win.Job DescriptionNorfolk Southern is seeking a highly skilled Technology Engineer specializing in RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) to join the Open Enterprise Services team. In this role, you will manage, maintain, and troubleshoot RHEL-based systems in a large-scale enterprise environment. Effectively communicate with other team members, managers, and customers both verbally and in writing. You will have the opportunity to be involved in new system infrastructure design as well as small to medium enhancements to existing systems supporting critical corporate operations. Participate in all phases of the systems development life cycle, collaboratively write and review system requirements, while designing specifications and support guides. Responsibilities include weekly on-call rotational support for mission-critical applications and problem troubleshooting and resolution.Responsibilities
Install, configure, and maintain RedHat Linux operating systems across various environments, including on-premises and cloud platforms.
Provide expert-level support for RHEL-based systems, including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline system administration tasks.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement solutions that meet business requirements.
Perform regular system monitoring, ensuring the integrity, availability, and security of all RHEL systems.
Assist with migration of on-premises infrastructure to cloud platforms, particularly focusing on secure and efficient transitions.
Investigate and resolve complex technical issues, including system crashes, performance bottlenecks, and security vulnerabilities.
Troubleshoot and analyze system logs and performance metrics.
Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies related to Linux systems and open-source software.
Display excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Stay updated with new trends and best practices in system administration within RedHat Linux ecosystems.
Skills Required
5+ years experience in RedHat Linux system administration and engineering.
5+ years of RedHat Linux systems, including installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Write and maintain scripts in Bash, Python, or Perl to automate tasks and integrate systems.
Experience in automation tools, preferably Ansible to automate repetitive tasks and ensure consistent system states.
Network protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, etc.) and security practices, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and SSL.
Optimization experience with both on-premises and cloud environments for maximum performance and efficiency.
Virtualization technologies, preferably VMware or Nutanix.
Skills Desired
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with cloud service providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, platform services, and cloud security.
Knowledge of configuration management tools like Git and version control systems.
Understanding of DevOps principles and practices.
EducationBachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.Work ConditionsEnvironment: Office Remote, ideal candidate must be based or relocated within 60 miles Atlanta.Shift Work: NoOn-Call: YesWeekend Work: NoCompany OverviewSince 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com .At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.