Secure Linux Systems Engineer (RHEL) - Defence

Profectus; Canberra; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Profectus in Canberra, ACT, seeks experienced Systems Administrators (Linux) to design, deploy, and support secure RHEL environments within Defence contexts. This hands-on role demands reliability, security, and performance in a highly secure setting, with cross-functional collaboration across a diverse systems team.

You will manage RHEL configurations, virtualization via VMware, and maintain documentation, while adhering to DSPF/ISM standards and ITIL practices.

Qualifications

• RHCSA certification or related degree/qualification.
• 5+ years in systems administration, with RHEL in dev/prod.
• VMware virtualization experience and cross-team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, support, and maintain RHEL components across physical/virtual infrastructure.
• Manage and document configuration of RHEL systems to baselines.
• Manage virtualization with VMware and configure VMs supporting critical apps.
• Troubleshoot faults and engage peer teams to resolve issues.
• Contribute designs to knowledge repositories and policies.
• Apply ITIL service management and CAB participation.
• Provide deployment support for designated activities, including shifts.
• Handle classified information per DSPF/ISM.
• Collaborate with other technical teams and cross-skill as needed.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Education

RHCSA certification

Bachelor's degree / related qualification

Tools

VMware

RHEL

Job description

Profectus in Canberra, ACT, seeks experienced Systems Administrators (Linux) to design, deploy, and support secure RHEL environments within Defence contexts. This hands-on role demands reliability, security, and performance in a highly secure setting, with cross-functional collaboration across a diverse systems team.

You will manage RHEL configurations, virtualization via VMware, and maintain documentation, while adhering to DSPF/ISM standards and ITIL practices.