Kforce has a client that is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer - Linux in Cincinnati, OH. Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled Infrastructure Engineer with a strong focus on Linux systems to join our team. The Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for managing and maintaining our Linux-based infrastructure, ensuring its reliability, performance, and security. This role requires collaboration with various teams, including IT, development, and operations, to support and enhance our infrastructure. Duties Include: * Manage and maintain Linux-based systems ensuring their reliability, performance, and security * Manage and maintain a set of tools such as Ansible and Shell Scripting * Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure high availability and performance * Collaborate with development and operations teams to support and enhance the infrastructure * Implement and maintain security best practices for Linux systems * Develop and maintain documentation for system configurations, procedures, and processes * Apply conflict resolution skills to resolve infrastructure issues daily * Manage infrastructure risk, develop mitigation plans, and escalate decisions and unresolved issues daily * Work with peers to develop and drive goals, define technical specifications, and detailed implementation plans for infrastructure projects * Effectively apply skills to impact infrastructure decisions * Focus on the benefits to be realized and the outcomes to be achieved* Experience working with leading stakeholder groups, including technical, product, business, and vendor teams * Experience with Linux system administration and engineering * Experience with cloud platforms such as Azure or Google Cloud * Experience with VMware * Proven track record of managing and maintaining Linux-based systems * Ability to anticipate and manage infrastructure risks and issues with full transparency * Confident, solution-oriented independent worker * Self-starter with a 'learn and apply' attitude in an intense, fast-paced environment * Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation skills * Must be able to work independently while managing different sets of business, technology, and vendor stakeholders * Proven problem-solving and organizational skills * Demonstrated ability in team motivation and delegation * Local to Cincinnati region will be given preference * Some travel to the technical center may be required during critical deployments Highly Desired: * Experience with Linux tools such as Ansible * AIX and GPFS/Storage Scale experience