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Kforce Inc

Principal Linux Engineer - Remote

Kforce Inc, Draper, Utah, United States, 84020

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Base pay range $68.00/hr - $78.00/hr

Responsibilities

Execute Linux Fleet Standardization: Build consistent, secure, and scalable server configurations across all environments

Implement Security & Patch Controls: Own vulnerability management, patching processes, and enforcement of security best practices using tools like Tanium, Tenable, and StatLite

Drive Automation: Automate provisioning, patching, and system updates using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Bash scripting

Support Hybrid Infrastructure: Operate in both on-prem and Azure environments

Work Cross-Functionally: Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams while also mentoring and supporting junior Linux administrators

Build Documentation: Create and maintain detailed process and configuration documentation to support long-term sustainability

Requirements

Enterprise Linux Experience: 7-10+ years managing 50+ Linux servers in production (Red Hat, Ubuntu, or similar), preferably in enterprise environments

Hands‑On Execution: Proven track record of executing infrastructure improvements, not just designing them

Automation Proficiency: Deep experience with Terraform, Ansible, and custom scripting (Bash required; Python is a plus)

Cloud Exposure: Required experience managing Linux in cloud environments. Azure preferred, AWS considered

Security & Patching: Strong understanding of Linux system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and patch management tools

Self‑Starter Mentality: Must be able to work independently, identify gaps, take initiative, and drive improvements with minimal supervision

Collaboration Skills: Comfortable mentoring junior staff and working across teams to align with broader infrastructure goals

Preferred

Experience building knowledge base articles and internal documentation

Familiarity with Oracle on Linux, clustered environments, and integration with Exadata in cloud or hybrid setups

Knowledge of Active Directory integration for Linux systems

Vision for long‑term Linux infrastructure improvement, though initial focus is entirely on hands‑on execution

If you're a self‑starter with deep Linux expertise, strong automation skills, and a passion for hands‑on execution, this is an opportunity to bring meaningful change to a dynamic infrastructure team and build something sustainable from the ground up.

The pay range above represents 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 until paid and may be modified at Kforce's discretion consistent with the law.

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

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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