Join the Frontlines of Innovation as a Red Hat Linux Administrator

About the job Join the Frontlines of Innovation as a Red Hat Linux Administrator

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg (Hybrid)

Duration: 12-Month Contract

Environment: Top-Tier Enterprise | Mission-Critical Systems

Type: Contract | Immediate Start Preferred

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)

Why This Role Rocks

• Work with cutting-edge infrastructure in a high-performance enterprise environment
• Make a meaningful impact from day one
• Collaborate with elite technical teams on transformative projects
• Be based in the heart of South Africas tech capital Sandton

Ready to build, secure, and supercharge world-class systems?

Send your CV to bthusi@dearx.co.za with the subject line: Red Hat Linux Administrator