• Job Description

  Req#: R051503

  Who We Are

  Join a team that puts its People First! Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for ten consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

  What We Do

  Senior Linu x Systems Administrator

  We are hiring a Senior Linu x Systems Administrator to manage our 700+ Linux servers. The candidate should have experience with large-scale enterprise deployments, and will ensure compliance, security, and efficient operation using Ansible, Rundeck and ManageEngine tools.

  * This is a remote role *

  What You’ll Do:

  • Design, implement, and manage our con figuration management tools ( i.e. Ru ndeck , ManageEngine ) to ensure secure and efficient server management across the organization.

  • Develop and maintain policies, configurations, and compliance standards for Linux servers .

  • Create and manage ser v er c onfiguration profiles, applications, and updates t o m ainta i n a consistent user experience and ensure software i s u p-to-da t e .

  • Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to server builds , application deployment, and policy compliance.

  • Collaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to develop and maintain a comprehensive server management strategy, incorporating best practices and industry standards.

  • Assist in developing & maintaining documentation related to Rundeck and ManageEngine configurations, policies, and procedures.

  • Up to 10% travel.

  What You’ll Bring:

  • In-depth knowledge of Linux operating systems administration.

  • Strong experience in managing Linux servers using configuration management tools including Ansible, Rundeck and ManageEngine (or other related technologies).

  • Familiarity with scripting languages including Bash, S hell , P ython or similar .

  • Knowledge of security hardening practices using CIS security standards.

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and industry best practices .

  Nice to Have:

  • Experience creating and managin g server bakery images .

  • Experience working in Cloud environments (AWS preferred) .

  • Experience working with Microsoft Windows OS .

  • Experience using artifact/package/binary management tools (Artifactory preferred) .

  • Familiarity of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) best practices .

  Travel: Up to 10%

  Pay Range: $ 95,350 - $ 127,125 Annually

  This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements, and geographic location.

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  What We Offer

  By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

  ** Note that the following statements only apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. **

  First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act).

  First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements.

  Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan.

• About the company

  In June 2010, First American Financial Corporation was established when First American split its businesses to create First American Financial Corporation which provides title and settlement services to the real estate and mortgage industry, and CoreLo...

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