Job DescriptionWhat You Will Be Doing:- Designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise Linux-based infrastructure in both on-premises and virtualized environments.
- Administering, maintaining, and optimizing Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), including AHV, Prism Central, and Prism Element, to support enterprise Linux workloads.
- Collaborating with infrastructure teams to provision, configure, and manage virtual machines, storage, networking, and cluster resources within Nutanix environments.
- Developing and maintaining automation solutions using Ansible and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
- Standardizing system configuration, patching, and deployment processes through Infrastructure-as-Code practices.
- Administering and supporting Red Hat ecosystem tools, including Satellite and Capsule.
- Integrating and managing authentication and authorization mechanisms (e.g., OAuth, SSO, identity providers).
- Supporting the development of dashboards and observability solutions using tools such as Grafana and Zabbix.
- Monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing Linux systems and Nutanix infrastructure for performance, availability, and capacity.
- Troubleshooting complex system, virtualization, storage, networking, and integration issues across distributed environments.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve system reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
- Documenting system architecture, processes, automation workflows, and infrastructure standards.
- Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, including automation maturity, platform modernization, and operational best practices.
Required SkillsMust Have:- MUST HAVE a Current and Active Top Secret SCI with Polygraph, as the customer is NOT sponsoring clearances.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
- 5+ years of experience administering and engineering Linux systems in enterprise environments, including experience supporting enterprise virtualization platforms such as Nutanix.
- Solid understanding of Linux system administration fundamentals (networking, storage, security, and OS internals).
- Strong expertise in configuration management and automation using Ansible.
- Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python, or similar) for automation and tooling.
- Experience managing Red Hat-based environments (RHEL, Satellite, Capsule, or similar tools).
- Hands-on experience administering Nutanix HCI environments, including AHV, Prism Central, Prism Element, virtual machine lifecycle management, storage, networking, and cluster operations.
- Experience deploying, managing, and troubleshooting Linux virtual machines in Nutanix environments.
- Understanding of virtualization, hypervisor technologies, storage, and networking concepts.
- Experience troubleshooting complex infrastructure, virtualization, and performance issues.
- Experience implementing security best practices in Linux environments.
- Experience with monitoring and alerting systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
Desired SkillsNice to Have:- Experience with Nutanix advanced capabilities such as Files, Objects, Flow, Calm, or Disaster Recovery.
- Experience with Nutanix automation using APIs, PowerShell, or Infrastructure-as-Code tools.
- Experience with load balancing devices such as HAProxy or F5.
- Familiarity with authentication and authorization concepts (e.g., OAuth, LDAP, SSO).
- Experience with observability and dashboarding tools such as Grafana and Zabbix.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integration with infrastructure automation.
- Experience with VMware-to-Nutanix migration or hybrid virtualization environments.
- Strong communication and documentation skills.
Additional DetailsCompensation & Benefits: This position has an anticipated salary range of $107,744 - $142,600 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, skills, education, certifications, and business needs. Crimson Phoenix offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, company-paid life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, professional development opportunities, employee recognition programs, and additional wellness and work-life benefits.
U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain or maintain a security clearance may be required for certain positions.
Crimson Phoenix is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Crimson Phoenix participates in E-Verify.
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