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World Finance Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area

World Finance Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson, South Carolina Area

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We're seeking a talented Platform Engineer to join our IT team and help build the next generation of secure, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure. In this role, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies like Azure, VMware, and enterprise storage while supporting both Linux and Windows environments. You'll drive automation, strengthen security, and ensure reliability across our hybrid cloud and on-premises platforms.

If you have hands-on experience with Red Hat Linux, cloud services, and networking — and you enjoy solving complex problems while collaborating across teams — this is your opportunity to make a big impact in a dynamic environment.

Overview

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following duties (other duties may be assigned as needed):

Platform Engineering and Automation

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows clustering for containerized and Linux Servers.
• Ensure high standards of observability with robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems.

Server Administration

• Provide lifecycle support and maintenance for Windows Server (2016/2019/2022) and Linux Server (RHEL/Ubuntu/More) environments.
• Administer Microsoft 365
• Administer Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and identity federation technologies.
• Implement patching strategies, hardening procedures, vulnerability scanning, and antivirus controls to ensure platform security.
• Enforce configuration management and compliance policies.
• Participate in Business Continuity Planning (BCP), BCP Testing, and Audit readiness programs.
• Oversee system uptime, performance, and security.

Cloud & Virtualization

• Deploy and maintain VMware ESXi and vCenter.
• Lead cloud migration and modernization initiatives.

Storage & Infrastructure

• Administer IBM and Dell SAN storage systems.
• Support enterprise networking with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls, and Meraki SD-WAN solutions.

Collaboration & Operations

• Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver IT projects and operational support.
• Define and enforce IT standards, processes, and best practices.
• Develop clear technical documentation, project plans, and timelines.

Monitoring & Support

• Monitor infrastructure for capacity, performance, and availability.
• Provide 24x7 support through an on-call rotation for mission-critical systems.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in cloud, virtualization, Linux, and security.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following:

Experience

• 5+ years in Windows/Linux systems administration.
• Strong expertise in Red Hat Linux.
• Proven experience with Azure, VMware, SQL databases, SAN storage, and Cisco networking.

Certifications (Preferred)

• VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

Skills

• Scripting: Bash, PowerShell
• Expertise in Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Experience with VMware, Nutanix, and Public Cloud Providers
• Knowledge of enterprise storage systems and backup solutions.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory and Group Policy Management.
• Networking: IP routing, VPNs, firewalls, security protocols
• Strong problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments
• Excellent communication, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 5+ Years of Hands-on Linux experience.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Primarily office-based with frequent computer use.
• Occasional light lifting (up to 25 lbs).
• Standard office setting: occasional travel may be required.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Information Technology

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

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