IT Infrastructure & Systems Engineer

Churchill Downs Incorporated

28d•Onsite

About The Position

At Exacta Systems, we’re not just shaping the future of gaming—we’re redefining it. As a leader in historical horse racing (HHR) technology, we create cutting-edge gaming solutions that power thrilling player experiences nationwide. Now part of the Churchill Downs family, we’re backed by a storied legacy of excellence in racing and gaming. This new chapter brings exciting opportunities for growth, stability, innovation, and impact. If you're looking for a career where technology meets tradition and where your ideas drive the future, let’s explore the possibilities together! JOB SUMMARYWe are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure and Systems Engineer with a strong background in Linux (Ubuntu), server virtualization, and remote server/network management. This role requires hands-on expertise in configuring and maintaining IT infrastructure, troubleshooting complex system issues, and implementing new technologies. This is a highly technical, hands-on position—not an entry-level role or a developer position. The ideal candidate thrives in an environment where they must learn new technologies independently, analyze them, document findings, and present recommendations to management. This position will sit in our Austin, Texas HQ and be able to travel to installs and upgrades as needed. If you're the kind of person who gets excited about troubleshooting a tough network issue, enjoys learning cutting-edge IT solutions just because it’s fun, and takes pride in making systems run better than ever, you’ll fit right in. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for tech, curiosity for the unknown, and drive to constantly improve. If that sounds like you, we can’t wait to meet you!

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on experience in system administration and network administration
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex IT environments
Experience with remote infrastructure management and network security best practices
Ability to independently research, test, and document new technologies
Ready to assist our company’s staff with escalation support via a ticketing system
Willingness to travel both nationally and internationally on short notice (Very rarely but sometimes 12-24 hours notice). Some trips will require a week or more away from home.

Nice To Haves

Monitoring via SNMP/SSH/WMI
Fortinet Firewalls – Configuration and management
AWS/Azure Cloud Services – Infrastructure setup and maintenance
Docker - Deploying, maintaining, automated updates and deployments
Cisco/Aruba Network devices – maintaining, upgrading, remote deployments
Ansible – Automation for IT infrastructure
SSO & Authentication Systems – SAML, RADIUS, OIDC (Okta)
DNS – Managing public & private DNS infrastructures
GitHub & VSCode – Version control and basic scripting
Wireshark – Network packet analysis
LogicMonitor – Infrastructure monitoring and custom sensor creation
Zero Trust Security – Implementation and best practices
Scripting – Automation via Bash, PowerShell, Ansible, etc.

Responsibilities

Linux (Ubuntu) Administration – Install, configure, and maintain Ubuntu-based servers, ensuring security and performance. We would love to see what other distros you love as well!
Server Virtualization – Manage and maintain virtualized environments, including provisioning and optimizing VM resources
Network & Server Management – Monitor, troubleshoot, and configure servers, NAS systems, and network devices remotely
Device Configuration – Create, modify, and deploy device configurations across various networking and IT systems
Technical Exploration – Analyze new technologies, test them, document findings, and provide recommendations
International & Domestic Travel – Be available for travel (occasionally on short notice of 12 to 24 hours)

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