> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3732170-linux-operating-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3732170-linux-operating-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Operating Systems Engineer - **Company:** Acunor Infotech - **Location:** Minneapolis, MN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Secure Shell (SSH), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Bash Shell, Configuration Management Databases, Configuration Management, Linux, File Systems, Domain Name System (DNS), Memory Management, Perl (Programming Language), Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Linux Security Modules, Logical Volume Manager, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network File Systems, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Service Pack, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Scripting, Autoscaling, Software Troubleshooting, Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), Selinux, Information Technology, Cloudwatch, Servicenow - **Published:** October 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/4e7a74cd-1d23-4a7b-801c-2885c062d94b ## About the Role We are seeking an experienced Linux Operating Systems Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8), scripting, automation, AWS infrastructure, and security compliance. The ideal candidate should have experience managing large-scale enterprise Linux environments, resolving complex infrastructure issues, and supporting production systems., * Linux Administration: Install, configure, maintain, patch, upgrade, and troubleshoot RHEL 8 systems. Minimum 5+ years of hands-on Linux administration experience in enterprise environments. * Automation & Scripting: Strong proficiency in Bash, Python, or Perl scripting. Experience using Ansible to automate system administration, configuration management, monitoring, and deployments. * System Performance & Troubleshooting: Strong understanding of Linux processes, memory management, kernel concepts, Systemd, LVM, and file systems (XFS, EXT4). Ability to analyze logs, perform root-cause analysis, and resolve performance and availability issues. * Networking: Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, SSH, NFS, and Linux network configuration and troubleshooting. * Security & Compliance: Hands-on experience with Linux hardening, SELinux, user/access management, security patching, auditing, vulnerability remediation, and enterprise compliance standards. * AWS Cloud Infrastructure: Experience supporting Linux workloads on AWS, including EC2, EBS, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch, and Auto Scaling. * ITIL & Service Management: Strong understanding of ITIL processes, including Incident, Change, Problem, and Service Request Management. * ServiceNow: Practical experience managing incidents, change requests, problem records, CMDB updates, reporting, and SLA tracking. * Production Support: Ability to troubleshoot critical infrastructure issues, maintain system stability, and ensure operational reliability across enterprise Linux environments., * Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of overall IT experience. * Minimum 5+ years of hands-on Linux system administration. * Strong expertise in RHEL 8, Bash/Python/Perl scripting, and Linux security & compliance. * Experience supporting enterprise-scale Linux environments and AWS infrastructure. * Strong troubleshooting, automation, and root-cause analysis capabilities. * Willingness to work onsite in Minneapolis, MN, four days per week from Day 1.