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Red Hat Linux Administrator at DeARX Services (Pty) Ltd

  • Job Type Contract , Hybrid
  • Qualification Bachelors
  • Experience 35 years
  • Location Gauteng
  • City Johannesburg
  • Job Field ICT / Computer&nbsp

Red Hat Linux Administrator at DeARX Services (Pty) Ltd

Red Hat Linux Administrator

Are you a command-line wizard with a passion for performance, precision, and problem-solving? Ready to take your Red Hat Linux expertise to the next level in a high-impact, high-visibility role? This is your chance to make your mark in one of the most advanced IT environments in the country.

  • Were looking for a Red Hat Linux Administrator who doesnt just maintain systems you own them. From optimizing RHEL environments to automating complex workflows, your work will power mission-critical enterprise operations.

What You’ll Do:

  • Take charge of RHEL 7/8/9 systems install, configure, tune, and secure.
  • Own the patching lifecycle, kernel upgrades, and system updates.
  • Troubleshoot like a ninja logs, alerts, and performance issues dont stand a chance.
  • Drive high availability, disaster recovery, and solid backup strategies.
  • Automate everything from shell scripting to Ansible/Chef/Puppet orchestration.
  • Implement airtight security using firewalls, SELinux, and audits.
  • Collaborate across teams (apps, DBAs, network) to ensure seamless infrastructure delivery.
  • Proactively monitor and tune for peak performance and scalability.

Non-Negotiable Skills & Experience:

  • 35 years’ experience working on Linux systems, with solid hands-on Red Hat Linux administration.
  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field
  • Certifications: RHCSA / RHCE (preferred and admired)

Exposure to the following technologies is highly desirable:

  • ZVM Systems
  • Red Hat Linux
  • Red Hat Satellite
  • VMware
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Chef or similar automation/configuration tools
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and deep understanding of Linux internals
  • Bash scripting expertise (Python is a plus)
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, NFS, LDAP, and networking fundamentals
  • RHCSA and/or RHCE certification (preferred or working towards)

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