Linux Administrator

Job : Linux Administrator Location : Dallas / TX Duration : 12 Months No travel for now, but he / she needs to be flexible to at least 10-20%. It is at least 3 days a week and if needed 100% onsite. Requirements THIS IS A MUST complete end-to-end deployment of OCI; rather, it’s a part of the Project RedHat / OpenShift. Linux System Administration : Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers (Suse, Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc. Perform system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning. Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls. Apply patches, updates, and security configurations to ensure system integrity. Develop and maintain scripts (Bash, Python, etc to automate routine tasks and improve operational efficiency. Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for consistent and repeatable deployments. Design and implement disaster recovery plans for Linux systems and cloud environments. Manage backup solutions and ensure data integrity and availability Implement and enforce security best practices for Linux systems and cloud environments. Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments. Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS Deliverables Process Flows Mentor and Knowledge transfer to client project team members Participate as primary, co and / or contributing author on any and all project deliverables associated with their assigned areas of responsibility Participate in data conversion and data maintenance Provide best practice and industry specific solutions Advise on and provide alternative (out of the box) solutions Provide thought leadership as well as hands on technical configuration / development as needed. Participate as a team member of the functional team Perform other duties as assigned.