Linux Admin - Dallas, TX ( GC or Citizens )

Info-Ways; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is seeking a Linux Admin to handle comprehensive systems administration tasks in a primarily RedHat and CentOS environment. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of professional experience with Linux operating systems, strong troubleshooting abilities, and excellent communication skills. This role involves providing production support, configuring systems, and working collaboratively with teams. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required, and the position may entail on-call availability.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with Linux Operating Systems.
• Experience with RHEL/CentOS 5, 6, and 7.
• Install and configure Linux operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide production support for Linux OS issues.
• Maintain computing environment by monitoring system performance.
• Act as an intermediary for issues between applications group and systems group.

Skills

Troubleshooting and problem solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Shell scripting ability

Education

Degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

VMWare

Spacewalk/Satellite

Job description

Linux Admin - Dallas, TX ( GC or Citizens )

Contract

IT

Role: Linux Admin
Location: Dallas, TX
Duration: 12+ Months
BGV will be done for the selected candidates.

Position Summary: The Linux Systems Engineer is responsible for performing a hands‑on role that requires a deep understanding of RedHat and CentOS Linux systems. This position is responsible for Linux Systems Administration including creating new RHEL 7 system builds and planning and applying packages (patches) via RedHat Satellite server utilizing Best Practices. Candidate must be able to provide excellent communication, documentation and feedback to the manager and other team members.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide production support for simple to complex issues related to Linux OS.
• Deep understanding of RedHat Linux Operating Systems in a virtual environment.
• Knowledge of Linux and RedHat functional and technical requirements.
• Provide input into detailed work estimates and work plan.
• Participate in development of detailed technical specifications related to Linux OS.
• Track and repair simple to complex defects (errata).
• Act as an intermediary for issues between applications group and systems group.
• Knowledge of Security Best Practices as it relates to Linux OS.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in Information Technology or related field or commensurate years of experience.
• 3+ years of experience working with Linux Operating Systems in a professional work environment.

Requirements and General Skills:

• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with related groups including developers, networking and security.
• Works with other team members, including application development and project management.
• May require some on‑call availability 24/7.
• Must have legal right to work in the U.S.

Technical Skills:

• Install and configure Linux operating systems (CentOS, RedHat)
• Experience creating virtual machines in a VMWare virtual environment
• Troubleshoot performance and other VMware infrastructure issues related to Linux VMs
• Demonstrable experience with RHEL/CentOS 5, 6, and 7
• Minimum 3 years’ experience applying patches to CentOS and RedHat operating systems.
• OS level SAN Experience is a plus.
• Shell scripting ability is highly recommended
• Be able to work in a team oriented support environment of OS services and systems
• Maintains computing environment by identifying Linux system requirements; installing upgrades; monitoring system performance.
• Kickstart experience a plus
• Experience with Spacewalk and/or Satellite
• Needs ability to work Tickets and set own priorities

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