Linux VM Remediation Engineer

Atlanta, GA, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago
Contract W2
Contract Independent
12 Months
On-site
Depends on Experience
Fitment

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Skills

  • Linux virtual machines

Summary

Duration : 12+Months

Job Description:

Perform vulnerability remediation and security patching on Linux virtual machines (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, and SUSE).

Apply OS patches, kernel updates, and security fixes in accordance with compliance requirements.

Analyze and remediate vulnerabilities identified by tools such as Qualys, Tenable, or Rapid7.

Troubleshoot issues related to patching, package dependencies, kernel upgrades, and system services.

Manage Linux VMs in VMware and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).

Automate routine remediation tasks using Bash scripting, Python, or Ansible.

Coordinate with application teams during maintenance windows and post-patch validation.

Implement Linux security hardening and ensure compliance with organizational standards.

Monitor system performance, logs, and health following remediation activities.

Maintain documentation and provide remediation status updates to stakeholders.

Required Skills

Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE) Hands-on experience with vulnerability remediation and patch management Knowledge of Qualys, Tenable, or Rapid7 vulnerability scanning tools Experience with Bash scripting and automation tools such as Ansible Familiarity with VMware virtualization and cloud platforms Understanding of Linux security hardening, networking, and troubleshooting Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

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  • Dice Id: 10119616
  • Position Id: 9001285
  • Posted 4 hours ago
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Pooja Bagde

Pooja Bagde

Team Lead - US Staffing @ K Anand Corporation
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