Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Columbus, OH that is currently seeking a highly skilled Senior RHEL Linux Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is instrumental in managing and enhancing our Linux infrastructure, ensuring operational efficiency, security, and system reliability.

Responsibilities

• Administer and support daily operations of RHEL Linux environments


• Deploy patches and updates to ensure system security and performance


• Manage security protocols, including firewall configurations, intrusion detection systems, and vulnerability scanning


• Lead the upgrade of operating systems from RHEL version 7 to version 8, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal downtime


• Automate tasks and processes where possible, utilizing scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure related to applications, databases, and network systems


• Provide expertise in system troubleshooting, incident response, and root cause analysis


• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation related to systems architecture, configurations, processes, and service records


• Participate in on-call rotation for critical system support outside of normal business hours

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field


• Certifications in RHEL (RHCE, RHCSA) or similar are highly desirable


• 8+ years of experience in Linux system administration, specifically with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)


• Strong knowledge of system security measures, experience with SELinux, and firewall configurations


• Proficient in scripting for automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef)


• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus


• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues effectively


• Strong communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with remote teams

Nice to have:

• Amazon Web Services


• Proficient in managing AWS infrastructure, particularly in identity, storage, and compute services


• Able to design, implement, and manage AWS infrastructure ensuring seamless integration with Linux environments

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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