Defence Linux Technician — NV2 Clearance (Canberra/Sydney)

Nixil; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nixil in Canberra (and Sydney) is seeking an experienced Linux Technician to shape secure, automated, high-performance infrastructure solutions in a Defence context.

Ideal candidates have strong Red Hat Enterprise Linux experience, automation skills, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Secret Network clearance. This office-based role emphasizes secure configuration and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in Defence as a Linux Technician.
• Strong experience managing Linux servers in hyper-converged and distributed environments.
• Knowledge of RHEL 7.x–9.x, Ansible, GitLab, YUM package management.

Responsibilities

• Support development, build and deployment of Linux operating systems.
• Integrate ICT software and applications with Linux environments.
• Analyse, document and resolve complex issues in Linux SOE and integrated apps.
• Implement server-hardening to improve security and resilience.
• Develop automated builds to streamline configuration and operations.
• Research new technologies for potential use within the organisation.
• Create and review SOPs, build guides and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to support delivery.

Skills

Linux

RHEL

Ansible

GitLab

YUM

Server hardening

Automation

Tools

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Job description

Nixil in Canberra (and Sydney) is seeking an experienced Linux Technician to shape secure, automated, high-performance infrastructure solutions in a Defence context.

Ideal candidates have strong Red Hat Enterprise Linux experience, automation skills, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Secret Network clearance. This office-based role emphasizes secure configuration and collaboration with project teams.