Linux Engineer

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Linux Engineer for an opportunity in Chicago, IL

Position Title: Linux Engineer

Location: (Chicago, IL)

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Expected Duration: 12 Months.

Job Type: CONTRACT, (Hybrid)

Shift: Monday- Friday (5x8)

Pay Range: $50/HR - $55/HR

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

This role will ensure best practice implementation and operations of patching and vulnerability management/remediation to ensure bank infrastructure is free from vulnerability threats. Resource will be working with a team that is responsible for performing OS patching and software vulnerability remediation on mission critical applications that have zero downtime. The resource will also be required to work with the application teams and engineering partners to build/modify the patching flow instruction documentation. Resource will also be working with various other teams (SA, MW, DBA.,etc.) during the course of the patching exercise to resolve any issues. Resource will be required to work weekend/afternoon shifts.

KeyResponsibilities

Excellent knowledge of Linux/UNIX OS
* Experience with patching and vulnerability monitoring/remediation
* Familiarity with change and release management process
* Excellent written and oral communications skills with a proven track of taking initiative

Required Skills

Must be willing to work weekends and afternoon shifts.
* Good knowledge on Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Knowledge/experience in Truesight (BladeLogic) is an added benefit
* Knowledge/experience in BLCli/NSH automation scripting is a plus
* Exhibits strong drive for results and success
* Persists in the face of significant difficulties, does not give up easily
* Is comfortable presenting and communicating with the SLT.

Knowledge of TruSight (BladeLogic) and Project management is a plus.

Benefits:

BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.

Keywords:

Ansible, Linux, MS Office

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

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This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.

Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 230519 when responding to this ad.

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