to join our global IT infrastructure team. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and support of our Linux-based systems and tools. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Red Hat Linux administration and will contribute to the stability, performance, and security of our Linux environment through hands-on support, automation, patch governance, and cross-functional collaboration.

This position requires the ability to manage system lifecycles independently, troubleshoot complex issues, and work across teams to ensure availability and compliance in both on-prem and cloud environments.

Responsibilities:

Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Linux servers, ensuring stability and performance across the environment.
Develop and manage patching policies and governance practices through Red Hat Satellite.
Perform system upgrades and regular maintenance to meet business and compliance requirements.
Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for Linux-related issues, including root cause analysis and remediation.
Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline system administration tasks.
Leverage tools such as Ansible to support system configuration, deployments, and change execution.
Continuously identify opportunities for process automation and operational efficiency.
Implement and maintain security controls to protect Linux systems against vulnerabilities and threats.
Ensure system hardening and patch compliance across all managed Red Hat environments.
Participate in audits and support documentation of controls and system configurations.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including Windows, storage, networking, and cloud to support infrastructure needs.
Document system configurations, procedures, and knowledge base articles for use by operations and support staff.
Participate in project planning and execution to support infrastructure or application initiatives requiring Linux expertise.
Monitor Linux system performance using enterprise tools and respond proactively to alerts.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of performance, availability, and capacity planning across supported systems.

Requirements:

Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
4 to 8 years of hands-on experience administering Red Hat Linux in an enterprise environment.
Proficiency in Red Hat Satellite for system lifecycle and patch management.
Strong scripting ability (e.g., Bash, Python, or Perl) to support automation and troubleshooting.
Experience with infrastructure tools such as Ansible and Git/GitHub.Understanding of core network services and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LDAP).
Working familiarity with virtualization platforms such as VMware vCenter and KVM.
Cloud experience with platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating across distributed teams.
Experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies.
Familiarity with CUPS print protocol and Solaris environments.
Experience with Git version control workflows in an enterprise context
Experience with Kubernetes and containerization technologies.
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA).

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