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SYSTEMS ENGINEER (HYBRID – ALL US OFFICES)

If you are a seasoned Linux and Virtualization expert looking for an opportunity to showcase your technical skills in designing, implementing, and optimizing complex systems, then we would like to meet with you

!
The Systems Engineer (Linux/Virtualization) will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimization of the firms growing Linux server infrastructure, virtualization environment, and related technology areas across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role ensures efficient system performance, scalability, and security, supporting data center operations and contributing to the seamless integration of on-premises and cloud resources. Working closely with Network Operations and cross-department stakeholders, the Systems Engineer will implement architectural improvements, troubleshoot issues, and provide critical support to internal teams, enhancing the overall reliability and performance of the company's infrastructur

e.
At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1000-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportuniti

es.
You'll Love It Here If

• You
  Embrace learning and continuous improve
• ment.Set and strive for a high bar of excell
• ence.Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirm
• firm!Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it's harder or takes lo
• nger.Are passionate about what yo

u do.
How You'll Help Our Team S

• ucceed
  Administers the VMware environment, including building virtual machines, managing resources, monitoring system health, and overseeing storage utili
• zation.Builds, manages, and secures Linux servers across various distributions, system monitoring, troubleshooting, and network configur
• ations.Oversees VMware infrastructures, including vSphere, vCenter, storage technologies, and virtual networking, ensuring optimal performance and resi
• liency.Opens and escalates vendor support tickets as needed, troubleshooting issues in collaboration with internal and external support
• teams.Troubleshoots hardware, software, and network issues, escalating through appropriate support channels when re
• quired.Applies operating system patches, server hardening, security configurations, security updates, and vulnerability mitigations to maintain system int
• egrity.Safeguards the confidentiality, security, and integrity of Cornerstone's network and computing s

ystems.
What You'll Need to Be Su

• ccessful
  8+ years of experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services experience p
• referred.The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and
• the firm.The ability to communicate effectively and profes
• sionally.Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm's financial and operational f
• unctions.The mindset to provide superior
• service.Extensive experience in building, configuring, and managing Linux servers, both on-premises and in cloud envi
• ronments.In-depth expertise in VMware administration, including vSphere, vCenter, VSAN, and virtual networking ma
• nagement.Proficiency in networking across on-premises and cloud platforms, including TCP/IP, Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), and Virtual Networks
• (Vnets).Advanced knowledge of security best practices and hardening techniques for Linux, cloud, and VMware envi
• ronments.Proven troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving complex Linux server and VMware environmen
• t issues.Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python) and configuration management tools to improve operational ef
• ficiency.Familiarity with disaster recovery planning and high-availability configurations to support business co
• ntinuity.Proficiency in system monitoring and performance opti
• mization.Strong documentation skills and experience following ITIL or similar frameworks to ensure consistent, standardized documentation and troubleshooting p
• rocesses.Proven ability to collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to support the organization's network and system infras
• tructure.Relevant professional certification including a preference for VMware Certified Professional (VCP) and a Linux certification. Other relevant IT certifications, such as CISSP, CompTIA Network+, or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), ar
• e a plus.Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education, skills and ex

perience.
Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in all eligible locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Cornerstone Research, we believe compensation is more than just a base salary. We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes an annual performance bonus and comprehensive benefits such as flexible options for healthcare, paid time off, and retirement savings. Relocation assistance is not offered for this

position.
Chicago: $97,200

- $129,300Washington, DC: $100,100

- $130,800New York: $105,000

- $145,00

0
Who We Are
Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory

proceedings.
We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outsta

nding results.
The firm's uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Corner

stone Research.
Equal Employ

ment Opportunity
Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors

SYSTEMS ENGINEER (HYBRID – ALL US OFFICES)

If you are a seasoned Linux and Virtualization expert looking for an opportunity to showcase your technical skills in designing, implementing, and optimizing complex systems, then we would like to meet with you

!
The Systems Engineer (Linux/Virtualization) will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and optimization of the firms growing Linux server infrastructure, virtualization environment, and related technology areas across both on-premises and cloud environments. This role ensures efficient system performance, scalability, and security, supporting data center operations and contributing to the seamless integration of on-premises and cloud resources. Working closely with Network Operations and cross-department stakeholders, the Systems Engineer will implement architectural improvements, troubleshoot issues, and provide critical support to internal teams, enhancing the overall reliability and performance of the company's infrastructur

e.
At Cornerstone Research, you will be part of a thriving, 1000-strong team that spans nine offices, comprises more than 55 nationalities, and leads the industry in its commitment to develop team members across all levels. Inc. Magazine has recognized Cornerstone Research three times as a Best Workplace for its outstanding employee engagement, collaborative culture, and professional growth opportuniti

es.
You'll Love It Here If

• You
  Embrace learning and continuous improve
• ment.Set and strive for a high bar of excell
• ence.Believe that teamwork leads to success: ask us what it means to be #onefirm
• firm!Take pride in always doing your best work, even if it's harder or takes lo
• nger.Are passionate about what yo

u do.
How You'll Help Our Team S

• ucceed
  Administers the VMware environment, including building virtual machines, managing resources, monitoring system health, and overseeing storage utili
• zation.Builds, manages, and secures Linux servers across various distributions, system monitoring, troubleshooting, and network configur
• ations.Oversees VMware infrastructures, including vSphere, vCenter, storage technologies, and virtual networking, ensuring optimal performance and resi
• liency.Opens and escalates vendor support tickets as needed, troubleshooting issues in collaboration with internal and external support
• teams.Troubleshoots hardware, software, and network issues, escalating through appropriate support channels when re
• quired.Applies operating system patches, server hardening, security configurations, security updates, and vulnerability mitigations to maintain system int
• egrity.Safeguards the confidentiality, security, and integrity of Cornerstone's network and computing s

ystems.
What You'll Need to Be Su

• ccessful
  8+ years of experience that demonstrates increasing capability and responsibility; professional services experience p
• referred.The desire to take initiative and actively contribute to the team and
• the firm.The ability to communicate effectively and profes
• sionally.Strong business acumen and the ability to learn the firm's financial and operational f
• unctions.The mindset to provide superior
• service.Extensive experience in building, configuring, and managing Linux servers, both on-premises and in cloud envi
• ronments.In-depth expertise in VMware administration, including vSphere, vCenter, VSAN, and virtual networking ma
• nagement.Proficiency in networking across on-premises and cloud platforms, including TCP/IP, Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), and Virtual Networks
• (Vnets).Advanced knowledge of security best practices and hardening techniques for Linux, cloud, and VMware envi
• ronments.Proven troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving complex Linux server and VMware environmen
• t issues.Experience with automation and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python) and configuration management tools to improve operational ef
• ficiency.Familiarity with disaster recovery planning and high-availability configurations to support business co
• ntinuity.Proficiency in system monitoring and performance opti
• mization.Strong documentation skills and experience following ITIL or similar frameworks to ensure consistent, standardized documentation and troubleshooting p
• rocesses.Proven ability to collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams to support the organization's network and system infras
• tructure.Relevant professional certification including a preference for VMware Certified Professional (VCP) and a Linux certification. Other relevant IT certifications, such as CISSP, CompTIA Network+, or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), ar
• e a plus.Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education, skills and ex

perience.
Cornerstone Research is offering a competitive market base salary for this position. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in all eligible locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Cornerstone Research, we believe compensation is more than just a base salary. We offer a competitive total compensation package that includes an annual performance bonus and comprehensive benefits such as flexible options for healthcare, paid time off, and retirement savings. Relocation assistance is not offered for this

position.
Chicago: $97,200

– $124,700Boston: $100,800

- $129,300Washington, DC: $100,100

- $128,500Los Angeles: $101,900

- $130,800New York: $105,000

– $134,700San Francisco: $110,900

- $142,200Silicon Valley: $113,100

- $145,00

0
Who We Are
Cornerstone Research provides economic and financial analysis and expert testimony in all phases of commercial litigation and regulatory

proceedings.
We work with a broad network of testifying experts, including leaders from academia and industry, who are recognized for their depth of knowledge, accomplishments, and research. Our staff consultants contribute expertise in economics, finance, accounting, and marketing, as well as business acumen, familiarity with the litigation process, and a commitment to produce outsta

nding results.
The firm's uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. We invest in our people in a host of ways, from providing meaningful learning and development opportunities to organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Corner

stone Research.
Equal Employ

ment Opportunity
Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  Law Practice, Legal Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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