Linux Systems Administrator
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Job description
- Administer and support enterprise Linux environments (RHEL, CentOS, Oracle Linux)
- Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks for automation and system management
- Write and enhance Bash scripts for operational efficiency and automation where needed
- Perform system patching, upgrades, and performance tuning
- Troubleshoot system issues and lead root cause analysis efforts
- Collaborate with network, application, and hardware teams to resolve cross-functional issues
- Support virtualization platforms such as VMware, KVM, or Oracle VM
- Maintain thorough documentation within a highly regulated environment
- Contribute to continuous improvement and automation initiatives
Requirements
We are seeking a motivated Linux Systems Administrator to join a growing real-time systems team focused on enterprise patching and infrastructure support. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with 3-5 years of experience who is eager to strengthen their engineering skills in a highly collaborative, high-compliance environment. You will play a key role in both project-based work and day-to-day operational support, helping to maintain and automate a large-scale Linux environment., * 3-5 years of experience in Linux/Unix system administration
- Strong experience with Red Hat (RHEL preferred)
- Hands-on experience with Ansible and configuration management
- Proficiency in Bash scripting
- Solid understanding of Linux systems engineering and operations
- Experience working in enterprise or production environments
- Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive resolution calls
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to Solaris or other Unix systems
- Experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM, Oracle VM)
- Familiarity with networking, applications, and infrastructure support concepts
- Experience working within compliance-heavy or regulated environments
What We're Looking For
- A team-oriented professional who can collaborate across multiple technical teams
- Strong problem-solver with a proactive mindset
- Someone eager to grow within the organization and take on increasing responsibility
- A candidate who values documentation, process, and operational excellence
Benefits & conditions
- Opportunity to work on modernizing and automating enterprise Linux environments
- Collaborative team with strong technical mentorship
- Exposure to large-scale infrastructure and real-time systems
- Clear path for growth and skill development
Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Philadelphia, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $55.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Philadelphia,PA.