Linux Engineer

Company Overview:
Req ID: 361089
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Job Description:
The ideal candidate for this position is a senior-level Linux engineer with deep Red Hat expertise, automation skills, and a strong ability to lead both technically and strategically. The candidate should be comfortable interacting with leadership and mentoring junior staff, while still being hands-on with evaluate new technologies, troubleshooting, scripting, and infrastructure design.
Design, implement, and maintain scalable and secure Linux infrastructure across on-premises and hybrid environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance
Function as the Linux platform owner, escalation point, and tech lead in cross-functional environment
Mentor and lead technical staff, drive documentation and knowledge sharing, and serve as the primary subject matter expert for Linux systems within the organization
Own Linux system lifecycle management, including patching, upgrades, monitoring, incident response, and remediation aligned with InfoSec and audit requirements

Key Activities:
Document Infrastructure and Operations
Maintain up-to-date documentation for system configurations, operational procedures, deployment processes and architecture diagrams for internal teams
Plan and Execute Upgrades
Evaluate and implement OS, and software upgrades as per lifecycle requirements
Security Monitoring and Response
Apply patches, mitigate risks, and generate security compliance reports for InfoSec or audit teams
Monitor and react to security issues and ‘zero-day’ events; prepare reports accordingly
Troubleshooting and Incident Management
Proactively identify and resolve system issues; respond to alerts and incidents
Perform root cause analysis (RCA); document problems and implemented remediations
Periodically report to senior leadership recommended upgrades and/or changes to environment including new concepts and designs
Shift timing: it is Sunday through Thursday, 2pm - 10:30pm EST  

The Linux Design team is responsible for:
Day-to-day function, operation, and availability of the entire Linux enterprise
Regular recurring Linux OS and security patching and updates via established and automatically updated repositories
Provision of all necessary components for the automated build and creation of Linux systems
Implementation and enforcement of Infosec security rules, restrictions, and configurations
Accountable for Linux infrastructure issues, risks, and remediation efforts as well as the designated Linux support and contact

Technical Skill Requirement:
Expert knowledge on RedHat Linux OS, Kernel, infrastructure and security
LVM
RPM
NetworkManager
Systemd
Syslog, rsyslog
Expert knowledge in Linux Base Build, Kickstart, and BM / BMR Functions
ISO creation
Remote and automated OS installation processes
SME RedHat / equivalent applications
AWX (Open Source) / Ansible Tower
Foreman (Open Source) / Satellite
RH Insights
Pacemaker
OpenShift Concepts
Proficiency in RedHat patching and security
Patch management strategies
Red Hat repository management
Can demonstrate proficiency in several SHELL scripting languages (ex., bash)
Can demonstrate proficiency in hands-on unassisted troubleshooting
Can demonstrate knowledge with RHEL OS history, development, and roadmap
Can demonstrate a working technical knowledge of several mid-range server models
Can demonstrate implement, support and maintain Open-Source software

Soft / Management Skills Requirement:
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a variety of audiences (senior leadership, project teams, peers, and technical understudies
Demonstrate and provide examples of self-written documentation: processes, detailed environment descriptions, infrastructure diagrams, etc.
Seamlessly work with various internal groups: application and project teams, infrastructure support teams (GNS, OSG, DCIG, CM.io, etc.), InfoSec
Create, provide, and communicate status reports for all Linux infrastructure to senior leadership
Mentor junior, intermediate, and senior technical staff; provide training documentation and conduct training classes
Create tasks and processes as necessary and assign to technical staff

Education / Work Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree (Recommended)
In computer science, Information Technology or related fields

Red Hat Certifications:
Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) (preferred)
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
7+ years of experience in Linux system administration or engineering
3+ years in a senior level role managing enterprise Linux infrastructure
Proven experience designing, automating, and maintaining large-scale Linux environments (Red Hat preferred)


About NTT DATA:

NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.com

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