Senior Specialist, Linux Platform Engineer
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Data-driven signals on your job's competitivenessMetro mid-level devops role with broad Linux/Kubernetes requirements increases candidate competition.
Specialized Linux, IPA/Vault, and Kubernetes security expertise creates high domain specificity and limited transferability.
Explicit 6+ years plus mandatory RHEL, IPA/Vault, Kubernetes, and automation skills create strict filters.
Job Description
Structured overview of role & requirementsAbout This Role
Administer, maintain, patch, upgrade, and troubleshoot Red Hat Enterprise Linux and other Linux server environments including IPA/FreeIPA, IPA Vault, and Kubernetes clusters.
Implement Linux security hardening, manage access controls, secrets, certificate lifecycle, and ensure audit readiness for business-critical infrastructure.
Automate Linux platform administration tasks, participate in incident response, root cause analysis, operational documentation, and provide 24x7 support as required.
Minimum Requirements
6+ years of hands-on Linux administration experience in enterprise production environments.
Strong expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration including patching, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and system hardening.
Hands-on experience with IPA/FreeIPA identity management, IPA Vault or equivalent secrets management, and Kubernetes cluster administration.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, Ansible, Python, or equivalent tools.
Ideal Candidate Profile
Experienced in managing large-scale Linux platforms with integrated identity and access management, secrets, and certificate lifecycle operations.
Has a security-first and automation-driven operational mindset focused on production stability, compliance, and operational excellence.
Comfortable working independently in high-pressure production environments supporting 24x7 critical infrastructure with strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.