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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Linux Manager - **Company:** Ucg Information Services, LLC - **Location:** Allen, TX, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $165,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Configuration Management, Databases, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), File Transfer, File Transfer Protocol (FTP) SSL Extension, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Linux System Administration, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Runbook, Oracle Linux, Software Vulnerability Management, Data Logging, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Enterprise Software Applications, Information Technology - **Published:** October 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=de1f1867166da3a6 ## About the Role Strong hands-on knowledge of enterprise Linux administration, including RHEL, Oracle Linux, Rocky Linux, Ubuntu Server, CentOS, or equivalent platforms - Experience with system tuning, storage configuration, networking, logging, service management, monitoring, patching, and lifecycle support - Strong scripting and automation skills, including advanced Bash, Python, and Ansible; familiarity with Perl or legacy automation tools is helpful - Knowledge of secure file transfer and data-movement platforms such as Aspera, CrushFTP, GATE, FileCatalyst, SFTP, or FTPS - Understanding of security and compliance practices, including system hardening, vulnerability remediation, access controls, monitoring, and audit readiness; familiarity with CMMC, NIST, and/or ISO 27001 is preferred - Working knowledge of ITIL-aligned incident, change, and problem management processes - Ability to lead technical teams while remaining actively involved in day-to-day infrastructure operations and senior-level troubleshooting - Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and root-cause analysis skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams - Commitment to continuous improvement, customer service, operational excellence, and secure technology practices, 8+ years of progressive experience supporting Linux systems, IT infrastructure, or related enterprise technology environments - 2+ years of experience leading, mentoring, or managing technical teams in production support or infrastructure operations environments - Experience supporting Linux platforms that host business-critical applications or databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle is preferred **Education** - Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Combination of relevant education and experience considered. ## Description Infrastructure & Platform Operations - Lead the administration, maintenance, monitoring, and continuous improvement of enterprise Linux platforms across on-premises and hybrid environments - Remain highly hands-on by directly supporting, troubleshooting, administering, and engineering Linux systems, services, and supporting infrastructure - Serve as a senior escalation point for complex Linux incidents, production outages, performance issues, security events, and high-priority operational problems - Own incident, problem, and change management execution for Linux platforms, including timely resolution, clear communication, root-cause analysis, and durable corrective actions - Drive standardization, automation, patching, lifecycle management, configuration management, monitoring, and operational improvements to enhance reliability and efficiency Technical Leadership - Lead, coach, and manage a small team of Linux Systems Engineers, including work prioritization, technical guidance, performance feedback, and day-to-day operational direction - Build team capability through mentoring, knowledge transfer, cross-training, and practical leadership during incidents, maintenance windows, and project execution - Promote disciplined execution, strong documentation practices, operational accountability, and a service-oriented support culture Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Infrastructure, Security, Application, Database, Network, and business teams to support critical workloads, project delivery, and operational reliability - Administer and support secure file transfer and data-movement platforms, ensuring secure configuration, performance, availability, and audit readiness - Implement and enforce Linux hardening, vulnerability remediation, access controls, logging, monitoring, and compliance-aligned operating practices - Create, maintain, and enforce SOPs, runbooks, build standards, operational checklists, and technical documentation for repeatable support and audit readiness Continuous Improvement - Identify and implement opportunities to improve Linux platform performance, automation, monitoring, security, documentation, and service delivery - Support infrastructure projects, maintenance windows, operational reviews, audits, and technology initiatives while minimizing business disruption - Perform other IT Systems leadership responsibilities as assigned