Network & Systems Engineer

• Design and maintain infrastructure automation using Ansible, Python, PowerShell, and related tools
• Build and support CI CD workflows and infrastructure deployment pipelines using GitLab
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot containerized environments and administer Linux Ubuntu and Windows Server systems
• Support enterprise networking, including switches, VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, SD WAN, and ISP connectivity
• Manage Active Directory group policies, service accounts, identity and access controls, secrets management, certificate automation,n and infrastructure security initiatives
• Maintain monitoring, alerting, and observability platforms support MySQL and MSSQL with replication and high availability, create documentation standards, procedures, and participate in on-call and after-hours maintenance

• 4 to 5 years of experience in systems infrastructure or platform engineering roles with strong Linux administration, Ubuntu preferred
• Hands-on experience with Docker CI CD pipelines and infrastructure automation using Ansible and infrastructure as code practices
• Experience scripting with Python and or PowerShell, and a strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including routing, switching, VLANs, and firewalls
• Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms, plus IAM secrets management, PKI, and certificate automation
• Familiarity with database infrastructure, high availability concepts, security-focused mindset, enterprise compliance practices, and relevant certifications or equivalent experience
• Willingness to participate in after-hours on-call rotation, occasional travel between office and data center, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and work in server room environments

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution/match
• PTO and holidays
• Life and disability insurance, At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.

As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options. Learn More

Brian Valenta

Recruiter