Infrastructure Reliability Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking an Infrastructure Reliability Engineer in Durham, NC.

Duties:
* Manage and coordinate Windows, Linux and Virtualization operating systems
* Oversee hypervisors and hardware infrastructure
* Drive automation and observability initiatives and promote DevOps/EngOps work
* Ensure security compliance and execute patching activities
* Maintain environment stability and support critical server operations
* Participate in incident management and change execution
* Contribute to operational KPIs and metrics
* Collaborate with global teams and vendors to resolve issues and implement solutions
* Communicate effectively with engineering, operations leaders, and partners

REQUIREMENTS:
* 5+ years of IT experience across a broad range of technologies, with a focus on server and storage infrastructure
* Strong knowledge of Windows OS and/or Linux (RedHat/Ubuntu)
* Disk storage management expertise, SAN/NAS/CAS infrastructure is a significant plus
* Experience with virtualization technologies (VMWare or OLVM)
* On-call coverage and incident management experience
* Troubleshooting skills for OS, hardware, and performance issues
* Scripting and AI proficiency
* Experience of working with enterprise-level customers and application teams
* Windows, VMware, and OLVM (Oracle Logical Volume Manager) experience is highly desirable

Additional Skills:
* Strong understanding of Agile methodology and IT Service Management
* Comprehensive knowledge of infrastructure tech stack: Linux, AIX, Windows, VMWare, OpenStack, HP, and Dell
* Experience with Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager (OLVM)
* Ability to identify gaps and drive process improvements
* Collaboration with vendors (Red Hat, HP, Dell, IBM) for root cause analysis and solution implementation
* Passion for automation, self-service, and self-healing infrastructure
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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