**Position Details** Position Information **Requisition Number** S5039P **Home Org Name** Office of Information Technology **Division Name** CIO Information Technology **Position Title** Systems Engineer – Linux & Web Infrastructure **Job Class Code** MA46/MA47 **Appointment Status** Full-time **Part-time FTE** **Limited Term** No **Limited Term Length** **Job Summary** Auburn University’s Office of Information Technology (OIT ) is seeking an experienced **Systems Engineer – Linux & Web Infrastructure** to serve as a lead technical expert responsible for the design, implementation, security, and ongoing operation of enterprise Linux platforms and web infrastructure services. This position blends deep **Linux systems engineering** expertise with **web infrastructure and platform engineering** , supporting highly available, secure, and scalable services across on‑premises and cloud environments. The engineer will play a critical role in Auburn’s modernization initiatives, ensuring the University can **host, secure, and deliver services from anywhere to anywhere** while maintaining enterprise reliability and compliance. The successful candidate will operate with a high degree of independence, provide architectural leadership, and collaborate closely with infrastructure, security, application, and campus IT partners. **_Working onsite is a requirement of the job._** _May be approved to work up to 3 days hybrid remote in local area with supervisor’s approval upon completion of probationary period._ **Essential Functions** • Design, implement, and maintain **enterprise Linux systems** supporting web, application, and infrastructure services • Engineer and support **web infrastructure platforms** , including Apache andNGINX , and integrations with enterprise load balancing (e.g., F5 or equivalent) • Architect and manage **highly available and scalable web and application hosting platforms** • Ensure Linux and web platforms meet **security, compliance, and performance standards** , including patching, hardening, vulnerability remediation, and certificate management • Support and evolve **hybrid infrastructure environments** , spanning on‑premises systems and public cloud platforms • Provide technical leadership for **modernization efforts** , including cloud readiness, containerization, and automation • Manage core infrastructure services such as **DNS , IP addressing, firewall coordination,SSL /TLS certificates, and system monitoring** • Develop and maintain **automation and configuration management** to improve reliability, consistency, and operational efficiency • Participate in **backup, disaster recovery, and cyber‑resilience operations** , ensuring recoverability of Linux and web-hosted systems • Create and maintain clear **technical documentation** , standards, and operational runbooks • Serve as a technical consultant to campus IT and application teams; mentor junior engineers • Participate in **after‑hours maintenance and on‑call rotation** as required • Handle systems containing **sensitive or regulated data** in accordance with University policies **Why Work at Auburn?** + **Life-Changing Impact** : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world. + **Culture of Excellence** : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. + **We’re Here for You** : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance. + **Sweet Home Alabama** : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. + **A Place for Everyone** : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Minimum Qualifications **Minimum Qualifications** **Systems Engineer (MA46)** High school diploma and 11 years of relevant experience OR Associate’s degree and 7 years of experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience **Sr. Systems Engineer (MA47)** Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems. _Relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems._ Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications **Minimum Skills and Abilities** • Advanced troubleshooting ability across Linux, applications, and infrastructure components • Strong understanding of enterprise architecture principles and systems lifecycle management • Ability to translate business and application requirements into secure, scalable technical designs • Demonstrated experience managing multiple priorities and complex technical projects • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse technical teams • Commitment to delivering reliable, secure, and high‑quality services • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively within a team environment • Strong attention to documentation, change management, and operational discipline • Commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment **Minimum Technology Skills** + Enterprise administration of **Linux operating systems** (Red Hat Enterprise Linux or equivalent), including: + OS installation, configuration, hardening, patching, and performance tuning + Shell scripting and automation + System logging and monitoring + Experience administering **web platforms** such as Apache and/orNGINX + Experience managing **SSL /TLS certificates** , encryption, and secure communications + Working knowledge of **DNS ,HTTP /S,LDAP ,NTP ,SSH ,SMTP ,SNMP** , and related infrastructure protocols + Experience with **virtualized environments** (e.g., VMware vSphere or equivalent) + Experience integrating Linux systems with **Active Directory andLDAP** + Familiarity with **storage protocols** such asNFS ,SMB , or iSCSI + Experience with **backup and recovery systems** in an enterprise environment + Basic familiarity with Windows Server environments sufficient for integration and interoperability **Minimum License and Certifications** Desired Qualifications **Desired Qualifications** • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) • In‑depth experience with **Red Hat Enterprise Linux** in large‑scale environments • Experience supporting **enterprise web infrastructure** at scale, including high availability designs • Experience with **automation frameworks** such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, or similar • Experience with **containerization technologies** (e.g., Podman, Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) • Experience with **enterprise monitoring and log analysis** platforms (e.g.,ELK , Splunk, Wazuh) • Experience supporting systems integrated with **SAN or enterprise storage platforms** • Familiarity with **cloud infrastructure and networking** (Azure and/orAWS ) • Experience working in **higher education or large enterprise environments** • Experience with **cybersecurity best practices** , vulnerability management, and zero‑trust principles • Prior experience mentoring technical staff or serving in a technical lead role Posting Detail Information **Salary Range** $61,840-$120,760 **Job Category** Information Systems/Technology **Working Hours if Non-Traditional** **City position is located in:** Auburn **State position is located:** Alabama **List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position** **Posting Date** 02/03/2026 **Closing Date** **Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement** It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more. **Special Instructions to Applicants** **Quick Link for Internal Postings** https://www.auemployment.com/postings/58034 **Documents Needed to Apply** **Required Documents** 1. Resume 2. Cover Letter **Optional Documents** 1. Other