Linux Systems Engineer

Job Description

As a Red Hat Linux System Engineer at our global IT infrastructure team, your role involves designing, implementing, and supporting Linux-based systems and tools. Your contributions will enhance the stability, performance, and security of our Linux environment through hands-on support, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will play a crucial role in managing system lifecycles, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring availability and compliance in both on-premises and cloud environments.**Responsibilities:**- Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Linux servers to ensure stability and performance.- Develop and manage patching policies and governance practices using Red Hat Satellite.- Perform system upgrades and regular maintenance to meet business and compliance requirements.- Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for Linux-related issues, including root cause analysis.- Develop automation scripts to streamline system administration tasks.- Utilize tools like Ansible for system configuration, deployments, and change execution.- Identify opportunities for process automation and operational efficiency.- Implement security controls to protect Linux systems against vulnerabilities and threats.- Ensure system hardening and patch compliance across all managed Red Hat environments.- Participate in audits and documentation of controls and system configurations.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure needs.- Document system configurations, procedures, and knowledge base articles for operational staff.- Support project planning and execution for infrastructure or application initiatives requiring Linux expertise.- Monitor Linux system performance and respond proactively to alerts.- Contribute to performance improvement, availability, and capacity planning across systems.**Requirements:**- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent work experience.- 4 to 8 years of hands-on experience administering Red Hat Linux in an enterprise environment.- Proficiency in Red Hat Satellite for system lifecycle and patch management.- Strong scripting ability (e.g., Bash, Python, Perl) for automation and troubleshooting.- Experience with Ansible, Git/GitHub, core network services, virtualization platforms, and cloud environments.- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.- Ability to work independently while collaborating with distributed teams.- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) certification.About Us:Our companies in the oil and gas industry bring together experienced professionals to provide technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support globally. We work as a global family to create a lasting impact for our customers and communities through purposeful innovation and service excellence. As a Red Hat Linux System Engineer at our global IT infrastructure team, your role involves designing, implementing, and supporting Linux-based systems and tools. Your contributions will enhance the stability, performance, and security of our Linux environment through hands-on support, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will play a crucial role in managing system lifecycles, troubleshooting complex issues, and ensuring availability and compliance in both on-premises and cloud environments.**Responsibilities:**- Install, configure, and maintain Red Hat Linux servers to ensure stability and performance.- Develop and manage patching policies and governance practices using Red Hat Satellite.- Perform system upgrades and regular maintenance to meet business and compliance requirements.- Provide advanced troubleshooting and escalation support for Linux-related issues, including root cause analysis.- Develop automation scripts to streamline system administration tasks.- Utilize tools like Ansible for system configuration, deployments, and change execution.- Identify opportunities for process automation and operational efficiency.- Implement security controls to protect Linux systems against vulnerabilities and threats.- Ensure system hardening and patch compliance across all managed Red Hat environments.- Participate in audits and documentation of controls and system configurations.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure needs.- Document system configurations, procedures, and knowledge base articles for operational staff.- Support project planning and execution for infrastructure or application initiatives requiring Linux expertise.- Monitor Linux system performance and respond proactively to alerts.- Contribute to performance improvement, availability, and capacity planning across systems.**Requirements:**- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent work experience.- 4 to 8 years of hands-on e

Keyskills :
Red Hat SatelliteBashPythonPerlAnsibleTCPIPDNSDHCPLDAPVMware vCenterKVMAzureAWSKubernetesRed Hat Linux administrationGitGitHubOracle Cloud Infrastructure OCICUPS print protocolSolaris environments