Linux Server Engineer

Job Title and Overview Linux Server Engineer – Agency 090, Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES), Oklahoma City, OK. Full‑time, 40‑hour work week. Salary up to $80,000 based on education and experience. Job Description We’re seeking a Linux Server Engineer to manage and optimize our Linux‑based infrastructure. In this role you will install, configure, and maintain servers; automate routine tasks; ensure system security and uptime; and support production and development environments. Responsibilities Architect, deploy, and maintain Linux servers (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE, or others) across on‑prem and cloud environments. Optimize system performance through tuning, monitoring, and capacity planning. Implement and maintain security controls, including patching, hardening, and compliance frameworks. Troubleshoot complex issues across OS, hardware, networking, and application layers. Develop and maintain documentation for systems, processes, and standards. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support application deployments and infrastructure projects. Required Qualifications 7+ years of hands‑on experience administering and engineering Linux systems. Strong knowledge of Linux internals – kernel, filesystems, networking, and system services. Proficiency with shell scripting (Bash, Python, or similar). Ability to troubleshoot complex, multi‑layered issues. Strong communication and documentation skills. Experience with patching and configuration management tools (Suse Manager, Ansible, Salt, etc.). Ability to lead technical initiatives with minimal oversight. Benefits Generous leave: 15 days of vacation, 15 days of sick leave, and 11 paid holidays annually. A comprehensive benefit package with a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents. Physical Demands and Work Environment This position may require sitting for extended periods at a desk or workstation, occasionally standing or walking, and may occasionally lift, carry, or push/pull light equipment or materials. Tasks may involve using hands to operate tools, keyboards, or control panels, and may require fine manipulation for detailed work. Occasional travel may be required. OMES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request. The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr 090 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND ENTERPRISE SERV