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# Systems Engineer II - Security

- **Company:** Recutify Inc.
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $104,000.0 - $114,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Apache HTTP Server, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Software Documentation, Cyber Security, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Ethernet, Hypervisor, Storage Area Network (SAN), Jinja (Template Engine), Python (Programming Language), Networking Basics, Nginx, Node.Js, OpenStack, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Ansible, Service-Oriented Architecture, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Management of Software Versions, Virtual Machines, Google Cloud, DevOps Tools - Open-source, Gitlab, Git, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Iptables, Teamcity, Puppet, Terraform, Network Server, Software Version Control, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a1caaff83de2e516

## About the Role

High school diploma or GED.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum of five (5) years of engineering and application experience working with development teams and system administration teams.
Minimum of five (5) years of work experience in a large, geographically distributed server architecture.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience working with development teams for functional requirements on distributed server systems running internally developed applications.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience working for large telecommunication companies.
Minimum of five (5) years of networking experience with focus on server connectivity.
Experience with large scale software upgrades and versioning changes across multiple servers.
In depth knowledge of service provider systems, applications, and processes for IT organizations.
In depth knowledge of service provider products, services, and offerings for commercial and residential services.
Ability to automate repetitive engineering tasks.
Familiarity with SOA and Microservice software design patterns.

Development skills:
o Power shell
o Python
o JavaScript
o Node Js

Hands-on application experience:
o Deploying/configuring Nginx, Apache and core Linux subsystems like bind, iptables, etc.
o Version control (e.g., Git/Gitlab, Git hub)
o CI/CD (e.g., Jenkins, Travis, TeamCity or equivalent)
o Docker containerization and clustering (Kubernetes/ECS)
o Configuration management tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Chef)
Knowledge of software life cycle management with emphasis on inception, defining processes and developing technical business requirements.
Experience with Agile (Scrum, Kanban) software delivery methodology.
Ability to write Ops guides/MOPs/etc. as needed.
Effectively communicate between non-technical people and deeply technical SME's.
Ability to communicate effectively across multiple large organizational structures.
Driven to identify and provide effective solutions as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and reasoning skills to a variety of situations.
Ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively with other personnel to meet deadlines.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work within critical deadlines.
Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and schedules.
Proven ability to understand and codify a manual process into an automated process using workflow-like concepts.
Understanding and familiarity with Ansible, Jinja and other Infrastructure as Code tools.
Understanding and familiarity with computing technologies such as Kubernetes, Docker, Linux, containers, virtualization, and cloud technologies (OpenStack, GCP, Azure, etc.).
Knowledge of IP/Ethernet networking fundamentals.
Strong understanding of security related frameworks and AAA implementation model.
Interest and ability to research new and emerging technologies to better solve networking problems.
Excellent analytical skills.
Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills.
Ability to work independently and apply sound judgment and reasoning skills to a variety of situations, multi-task and collaborate effectively with other personnel to meet deadlines.
Ability to translate highly technical information into non-technical terms and user documentation.
Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail and familiarity with compliance concepts.
Ability to work within critical deadlines.
Must be available to work regular business hours Pacific Standard Time.
Must also be available to work on-call, evenings and weekends as needed.
Able to work closely with InfoSec team to address security and vulnerability related issues.

## Description

The Systems Engineer II will have large company engineering and application experience who is adept at working with development and system administration teams to independently implement, maintain, and troubleshoot Ziply Fiber's expanding systems infrastructure with a focus on automation and efficiency. You will design and maintain Hypervisor Clusters, Kubernetes Clusters, Linux and Windows virtual machines, storage area networks, and infrastructure automation., The Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed below are a range of duties performed by the employee and not intended to reflect all duties performed.
Automation Engineering & Delivery
Independently contributes to the development of custom code to integrate platform components, fill tooling gaps and solve potentially unique situations.
Perform development, testing, implementation, and review of complex automation solutions related to provisioning, monitoring, and configuring a network and infrastructure environment.
Employ modern CI/CD pipelines using DevOps tooling.
Systems Integration & Reporting
Establishing system/data integrations to enhance existing or establish new processes.
Automating operational reports e.g., SLA reporting, utilization statistics, and network forecasting.
Quality, Standards & Documentation
Provide peer review and guidance on code and perform quality assurance tasks.
Responsible for creation of and contribution to; processes, standards, technical documentation, and design diagrams.
Write and maintain technical standards and documentation.
Research & Team Enablement
Conduct technical research and maintain viable knowledge of technology trends, new software, and best practices.
Provide training to other network domain teams for the adoption of automation capabilities.
Availability & Operational Support
Must be available to work regular business hours Pacific Standard Time.
Must also be available to work on-call, evenings and weekends as needed.
Able to work closely with InfoSec team to address security and vulnerability related issues.
Other Duties
Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization.


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