Infrastructure Reliability Engineer

DescriptionKforce 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 partnersRequirements* 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 desirableAdditional 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 skillsJob TypeContractCompensation59 - $69