RHEL Systems Engineer

***This is a W2 position.

Title: RHEL Systems Engineer

Location: Baltimore, MD

W2 Contract, 12 Months (Potential Conversion)

This is a hybrid schedule Tue, Wed & Thurs onsite at Kenneth Square, PA. Candidates from Kennett Square local receive top consideration. (Local candidate preferred from Baltimore, MD , Chicago IL & Delaware-(Close to any Exelon service territory)

Overview

Our client is seeking a RHEL Automation Engineer to support their RTSS and Backhaul/Mesh Operations. The successful candidate will focus on the engineering and support of large-scale enterprise Linux environments, specifically working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) versions 8 and 9. This role is vital for driving automation and maintaining system integrity within a fast-paced, metrics-centric environment.

Responsibilities
Engineer and support large enterprise-level Linux environments to ensure stability and performance.
Utilize Ansible and Bash scripting to automate routine tasks and streamline operational workflows.
Manage RHEL and RPM-based systems, focusing on modern versions to meet technical standards.
Collaborate within a team-oriented environment to meet evolving project requirements.
Document and track work within industry-standard tools such as JIRA, ServiceNow, and AssurX.

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor s degree or equivalent years of relevant experience.
5+ years of experience in an enterprise environment focusing on Linux and automation.
Proficiency in RHEL Engineering, specifically with Red Hat (Version 7, 8 and 9) and Oracle.
Hands-on experience with Ansible, Automation and Bash scripting.
Strong team-oriented mindset with the ability to thrive in a rapidly evolving, metrics-centric workplace
Familiarity with a combination of JIRA, ServiceNow, and AssurX.