Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Systems Administrator

Job Title: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Systems Administrator
Location: Washington, DC 20530 (on-site)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $52.09/HR - $58.03/HR on W2
Security Clearance: Public Trust

Responsibilities

• Administer and support RHEL servers, including deployment, configuration, patching, and maintenance on virtual platforms (VMware).
• Utilize Red Hat Satellite for system management, including configuring and managing software repositories, content views, and lifecycle environments.
• Orchestrate patch management and security updates to ensure compliance across enterprise infrastructure.
• Develop and implement automation for administrative tasks and infrastructure deployment using Ansible and Bash/Python scripting.
• Conduct advanced system monitoring, performance tuning, and root cause analysis to ensure optimal system health, stability, and performance.
• Create and maintain system documentation, procedures, and knowledge base articles.
• Implement system and software updates, document processes, and perform daily support functions including problem resolution.
• Provide status updates and reports on system activities, including patching and health assessments.
• Troubleshoot platform and application issues, and work with IT security teams to ensure endpoint security and compliance.
• Automate routine administrative tasks to improve operational workflows and efficiency.
• Coordinate with different teams for proper system configurations and deployments.

• Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Systems Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 4+ years of experience in RHEL system administration.
• Proficiency with Bash/Python scripting or other automation languages.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise RHEL tools like Satellite and Ansible.
• Experience managing users, groups, and access controls.
• Strong problem-solving, log analysis, and troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of system hardening, vulnerability management, patching, and firewall configuration.
• Excellent communication skills to document processes and collaborate with teams.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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