Linux Subject Matter Expert

Role Summary
This role involves overseeing and managing enterprise Linux environments, primarily based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). The individual will be responsible for designing, deploying, supporting, and maintaining Linux systems, ensuring they meet security and compliance standards. The position also includes developing automation solutions to optimize operational efficiency and modernize infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and administer enterprise Linux environments primarily based on RHEL.
• Build, maintain, and enhance standardized RHEL Gold Images in accordance with security and compliance standards.
• Perform OS upgrades, patch management, vulnerability remediation, and lifecycle management for Linux systems.
• Administer and maintain Red Hat Satellite infrastructure, including server provisioning, patch management, and content management.
• Develop and implement automation solutions using Ansible, including creating playbooks, roles, and automation frameworks.
• Automate server provisioning, configuration management, patching, and operational processes employing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Python, or Shell scripting to improve operational efficiency.
• Lead and support infrastructure modernization, platform upgrades, data center migrations, and cloud integration projects.
• Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to onboard and support enterprise systems and platforms.
• Create and maintain documentation, operational procedures, and standards to ensure consistent system support.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of enterprise Linux administration experience.
• Extensive experience working with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL).
• Proven experience building and maintaining RHEL Gold Images.
• Hands-on experience with Red Hat Satellite administration.
• Strong skills in automation using Ansible Automation Platform.
• Proficiency in scripting with Bash, Shell, or Python.
• Experience creating and deploying RPM packages supporting enterprise applications.
• Support for large-scale enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and system optimization skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud platform.
• Knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code practices.
• Experience with VMware, virtualization, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
• Red Hat certifications such as RHCSA or RHCE.

Publishing Pay Range: $105,000.00 - $140,000.00 annually

This position offers a hybrid schedule, combining both on-site and remote work components.