Infrastructure Engineer
Job description
Job Summary:
Dexian is seeking a Infrastructure Engineer for an opportunity with a client located in Des Moines, IA.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and manage virtual machines running on VMware
- Operate and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
- Migrate on-premises servers to AWS through “lift-and-shift” techniques
- Create and manage new AWS cloud instances using RHEL and Amazon Linux
- Develop and maintain automation playbooks using Ansible and Terraform
- Utilize AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK) and Systems Manager (SSM) documents
- Implement automation frameworks aligned with CIS and NIST standards
- Apply security standards (e.g., CIS, NIST) using automation tools like Ansible
- Support developers, architects, and internal customers with platform needs
- Handle configurations, access provisioning, and troubleshooting tasks
- Run automation playbooks for routine operations and urgent tasks
- Build and configure virtual servers
- Write automation scripts for SSM documents
- Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including daily standups and sprint planning
Requirements:
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Amazon Linux
- Python, Bash
- Ansible (professional experience preferred), Terraform (3-5 years)
- AWS services and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- VMware experience (virtual machines)
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Red Hat Certifications (a plus)
- Knowledge of JSON for data handling and reporting
Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian’s platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.
Dexian’s brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.
Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
