Apetan Consulting

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Job Title: RHEL 8 Linux Systems Administrator Location-Remote Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled Linux Systems Administrator with hands-on experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8). The role involves managing, maintaining, and supporting Linux-based infrastructure, ensuring system stability, security, and performance. Key Responsibilities: • Install, configure, and maintain RHEL 8 servers in physical and virtual environments • Monitor system performance, availability, and security • Perform system upgrades, patching, and kernel updates • Manage users, groups, permissions, and access controls • Troubleshoot system issues, outages, and performance bottlenecks • Configure and manage network services (DNS, NFS, SSH, FTP, etc.) • Implement and maintain backup and recovery procedures • Ensure system security through hardening, firewall configuration, and SELinux policies • Automate routine tasks using shell scripting or Python • Work with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, etc.) • Maintain documentation for system configurations and procedures Required Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field • 2–5 years of experience as a Linux System Administrator • Strong hands-on experience with RHEL 8 / Linux administration • Proficiency in Linux command line and shell scripting (Bash) • Experience with package management tools (YUM/DNF) • Knowledge of system monitoring tools (top, vmstat, iostat, etc.) • Familiarity with networking concepts and troubleshooting • Understanding of filesystem management (LVM, RAID) • Experience with system logs and debugging (journalctl, log files) Preferred Qualifications: • Certification such as Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or RHCE • Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, etc.) • Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) • Knowledge of containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes) Soft Skills: • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills • Good communication and documentation abilities • Ability to work independently and in team environments • Time management and multitasking skills