Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator

1 Month ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator, you will be responsible for installing, configuring, and maintaining RHEL servers across various environments. You'll perform upgrades, patching, and security hardening, and monitor system performance. You will also develop automation scripts, manage storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions, and support application teams. Collaboration with security teams to maintain system compliance is also a key responsibility. The role requires providing on-call support and resolving incidents as needed.

Must have:

Install, configure, and maintain RHEL servers.
Perform upgrades, patching, and security hardening.
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues.
Develop automation scripts using Ansible, Bash, or Python.
Manage storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Good to have:

Experience administering Unix (AIX) IBM pSeries systems.
Experience administering Oracle WebLogic / Database Servers.
Experience administering Progress 4GL / OpenEdge.
Experience administering Apache Web Servers.
Experience administering RHEL on vSphere.
Experience administering Rubrik backup systems.

Perks:

Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
401K Plan
Life Insurance, STD & LTD
Paid Vacations & Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
FSA Dependent & Limited Purpose care
Learning & Development

10 skills required

10 skills required for this role

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bash

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python

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ansible

innovation

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networking

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Job Details

About Apexon:

Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.

Apexon brings together distinct core competencies – in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering and UX, and our deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences – to help businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers. Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon now has a global presence of 15 offices (and 10 delivery centers) across four continents.

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Role Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator to support the Maryland Judiciary in Annapolis, MD. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems and supporting complex enterprise environments.

You’ll be responsible for (Responsibilities):

Install, configure, and maintain RHEL servers across dev, test, and prod environments
Perform upgrades, patching, and security hardening
Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to ensure uptime and efficiency
Develop automation scripts using Ansible, Bash, or Python
Configure and maintain Red Hat Satellite, Identity Management (IdM), and ecosystem tools
Collaborate with security teams to maintain system compliance
Manage storage, backup, and disaster recovery solutions
Support application teams on Linux-based deployment best practices
Maintain detailed documentation of systems and procedures
Provide on-call support and resolve incidents as needed
Set up NFS and mount points; configure Cron jobs

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Complex network systems and strong networking knowledge
Experience administering:

Unix (AIX) IBM pSeries systems
Oracle WebLogic / Database Servers
Progress 4GL / OpenEdge
Apache Web Servers
RHEL on vSphere
Rubrik backup systems
PeopleSoft, Mobius, Elastic Search, Oracle OBI, CVS

Red Hat performance tuning and support
Backup/recovery, load balancing, disaster recovery methodologies
24/7 availability and support environments
Electronic imaging systems
Application development background a plus

Required Skills:

- Ability to work both independently and in a team
- Strong communication and leadership abilities
- Skilled in troubleshooting OS, database, and application-level issues
- Experience interfacing with users and helpdesk for support needs
- Proficient in backup/recovery strategies and network configurations

You’ll have (Qualification & Experience):

Bachelor's Degree in related field is required.

Don’t worry if you don’t check all the boxes; we’d still love to hear from you.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

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Our Perks and Benefits:

Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning/upskilling experience and provide care and support for you and your loved ones.

As an Apexon Associate, you get continuous skill-based development, opportunities for career advancement, and access to comprehensive health and well-being benefits and assistance.

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