Senior Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administrator

Job Posting: Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator Consultant Company: Mfinite Consulting Location: Hybrid (Annapolis MD & Remote)

About the Role: Mfinite Consulting is seeking a highly skilled Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator to manage and optimize Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments for our client. This role requires advanced expertise in Linux administration automation troubleshooting and security best practices. The consultant will work in a hybrid setting with three days onsite in Annapolis MD and two days remote.

Key Responsibilities:

• Install configure and maintain RHEL servers across development testing and production environments.
• Perform system upgrades patch management and security hardening to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues to minimize downtime and optimize efficiency.
• Implement automation scripts using Ansible Bash or Python to streamline system administration tasks.
• Configure and maintain Red Hat Satellite Identity Management (IdM) and other RHEL ecosystem tools.
• Collaborate with security teams to ensure systems are protected against vulnerabilities and comply with security policies.
• Maintain and optimize storage backup and disaster recovery solutions.
• Support application teams by providing guidance on best practices for Linuxbased deployments.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations procedures and troubleshooting guides.
• Participate in oncall support and incident resolution activities as required.
• Set up Network File Server (NFS) and mount points.
• Configure Cron jobs for both systems and applications.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or postgraduate degree in engineering computer science or a related field (degrees in Agricultural and Resource Economics or Business Administration are not considered related).
• Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) certification (current or noncurrent with valid certification ID).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience as a Red Hat system administrator.
• 10 years of experience administering Unix (AIX) IBM pSeries systems.
• 15 years of experience in the Information Technology (IT) field.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience working in complex networked system environments with strong networking.
• Expertise in administering systems such as Oracle WebLogic Servers Oracle Database Servers Progress 4GL/Database Servers/OpenEdge Apache Web Servers vSphere hosted RHEL Servers Rubrik backup systems Oracle Database backups PeopleSoft Mobius Elastic Search Oracle OBI and CVS (Concurrent Version System).
• Proficiency in Red Hat performance tuning load balancing partitioning backup/recovery and disaster recovery.
• Ability to troubleshoot at the OS database and application levels.
• Strong communication teamwork and leadership skills.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid work schedule: Three days onsite at Maryland Judiciary Information Systems 189 Harry S Truman Parkway Annapolis MD and two days remote.
• Onsite support may be required within 24 hours of notification.
• Flexibility to extend coverage hours or schedule to meet deadlines project requirements and oncall operational support including evenings nights weekends and holidays.

Additional Information:

• A two to fourweek training period will be provided to acclimate the consultant to the methods processes equipment and software used by the Maryland Judiciary.
• Remote work must be performed within the United States unless prior approval is obtained.

How to Apply: Submit your resume certifications and references through the job portal. Ensure all required documents are included as incomplete submissions may not be considered.

Join Mfinite Consulting and contribute to the success of the State of Marylands IT systems!

Benefits Package for Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator Consultant Company: Mfinite Consulting

At Mfinite Consulting we value our team members and strive to provide a comprehensive benefits package that supports their professional growth wellbeing and worklife balance. As a Senior Red Hat Linux Administrator Consultant you will enjoy the following benefits:

Health and Wellness

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical dental and vision) to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Access to mental health resources and counseling services.

Financial Security

• Competitive salary.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Life insurance coverage to protect your financial future.

WorkLife Balance

• Hybrid work environment with two remote workdays per week.
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and sick leave.
• Observance of Maryland State holidays.

Professional Development

• Opportunities for certifications and training to enhance your skills and expertise.
• Access to industry conferences and workshops.
• Mentorship programs to support career growth.

Join Mfinite Consulting and enjoy a benefits package designed to support your success and wellbeing while contributing to impactful projects for the State of Maryland!