CCS Computers - Senior Linux Engineer - RHCE/RHCSA Certified

Job Summary

System Administration & Management

• Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers in a production environment.
• Perform regular system updates, patching, and security hardening following best practices.
• Monitor system performance, resource utilization, and logs to identify and resolve issues proactively.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and group policies.
• Implement and maintain backup and recovery strategies.
• Develop and maintain shell scripts (Bash, Python) for automation of routine tasks.
• Configure and manage networking services (DNS, DHCP, NTP, SSH, FirewallD/iptables).
• Manage storage (LVM, NFS, CIFS) and file Components & Application Support :
• Possess a strong understanding of how software components interact within a Linux environment.
• Install, configure, and manage various software packages and dependencies.
• Troubleshoot application-level issues related to Linux OS, libraries, and configurations.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure optimal performance and stability of applications deployed on Linux.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their deployment on Linux.
• Knowledge of web servers (Apache, Nginx) and application & Alerting :
• Implement and manage monitoring tools (e.g., Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana) to track system health and
  

• Configure alerts and notifications for critical & Compliance :
• Implement and enforce security best practices for Linux systems.
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Ensure compliance with organizational security policies and industry & Collaboration :
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including developers, QA, and other operations staff.
• Participate in on-call rotation as needed (if applicable).
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge within the Qualifications :
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• RHCE (Red Hat Certified Engineer) OR RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator) certification is mandatory.
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience in administering and supporting Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) systems in a production environment.
• Demonstrable knowledge of core software components and how they interact within a Linux ecosystem (e.g., libraries, daemons, inter-process communication, package management).
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) and at least one other scripting language (e.g., Python, Perl).
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, firewalls).
• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced Qualifications (Nice to Have) :
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps methodologies.
• Knowledge of database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) administration on Linux.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of ITIL framework