Linux with Devops Scripting -Alpharetta, GA
Title :Linux with Devops ScriptingLocation :Alpharetta, GA(onsite)We are seeking an experienced Linux Administrator with strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) to join our IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with hardware and operating system troubleshooting, with scripting abilities and familiarity with DevOps and cloud technologies being valuable assets.## Key Responsibilities- Administer, maintain, and optimize Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers across development, testing, and production environments- Perform hardware diagnostics, troubleshooting, and resolution for physical and virtual servers- Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement performance tuning solutions- Manage system patches, updates, and security configurations in compliance with organizational standards- Troubleshoot complex OS-level issues including kernel panics, file system corruption, and network connectivity problems- Configure and maintain system services, daemons, and application stacks (Apache, Nginx, databases, etc.)- Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery procedures- Manage user accounts, permissions, and security policies using PAM, SELinux, and firewall configurations- Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides- Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support application deployments and infrastructure automation## Required Qualifications### Technical Skills- 3-5 years of hands-on experience administering Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7/8/9) or CentOS environments- Strong knowledge of Linux system architecture, boot process, and kernel management- Expertise in hardware troubleshooting including servers, storage arrays, and network equipment- Proficiency with system diagnostics tools and methodologies for root cause analysis- Experience with package management (RPM, YUM, DNF) and repository configuration- Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, VLANs)- Knowledge of storage technologies including LVM, RAID configurations, and file systems (ext4, XFS)- Experience with virtualization platforms (KVM, VMware, or similar)- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure during outages### Good to Have- Scripting experience in Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and system administration tasks- Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef)- Awareness of DevOps principles and practices- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and cloud-based Linux instances- Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Podman, Kubernetes)- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)- Exposure to infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)- Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)- Knowledge of version control systems (Git)### Certifications (Preferred)- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)- CompTIA Linux+ or similar certifications### Soft Skills- Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders- Strong documentation and knowledge-sharing abilities- Team player with collaborative mindset- Self-motivated with ability to work independently- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with technology trends