Linux Architect

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Key Account Manager : Contracting Specialist Recruitment / Talent Acquisition Specialist- Contact me at to…

New opportunity: 12 Month Contract for highly skilled Linux Architect - Fully remote role for client based in USA.

We are seeking a highly skilled Linux Architect with 10+ years of experience to design, implement, and optimize enterprise Linux environments.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Linux-based infrastructures, automation, security, and cloud integration, ensuring high availability, scalability, and performance of mission-critical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance Linux architectures.
  
  
• Define best practices and standards for Linux infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  
  
• Lead migration and modernization initiatives, including on-premises to cloud transformations.
  
  
• Evaluate and recommend Linux distributions (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian, SUSE) and associated technologies.
  
  
• System Administration & Performance Optimization :
• Oversee Linux system configuration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
  
  
• Implement automation frameworks using Ansible, Terraform, or Puppet for efficient system provisioning and configuration management.
  
  
• Manage kernel tuning, patching, and upgrades to maintain system stability and security.
  
  
• Ensure high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) strategies are in place.
  
  
• Security & Compliance:
• Implement and maintain security best practices, including SELinux, firewalls, and access controls.
  
  
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and implement remediation strategies.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with security standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS benchmarks.
  
  
• Work closely with security teams to implement SIEM, logging, and monitoring solutions.
  
  
• Cloud & Virtualization :
• Architect and manage Linux workloads on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  
  
• Optimize Linux systems for containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift) and virtualization (VMware, KVM, Xen).
  
  
• Lead the adoption of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud automation strategies.
  
  
• DevOps & Automation:
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines using Git, Jenkins, and Kubernetes.
  
  
• Develop scripts using Bash, Python, or Perl to automate system tasks.
  
  
• Integrate Linux systems with configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
  
  
• Implement proactive monitoring and alerting using Prometheus, Grafana, Nagios, or Zabbix.
  
  
• Ensure root cause analysis and effective resolution of system issues.
  
  
• Lead capacity planning and system scalability assessments.
  
  
• Technical Leadership & Documenation :
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and system administrators.
  
  
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, and security teams to align Linux infrastructure with business objectives.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Education & Certifications :

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
  
  
• Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) or Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE).
  
  
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Google Cloud Professional Architect (preferred).
  
  
• CISSP, CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator), or Terraform Associate (a plus).
  
  

Technical Skills:

• Expert-level knowledge of Linux operating systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, SUSE, Debian).
  
  
• Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python, Perl, or Go).
  
  
• Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Chef).
  
  
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  
  
• Expertise in containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
  
  
• Knowledge of virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, Xen).
  
  
• Hands-on experience with networking concepts, load balancing, and firewall configurations.
  
  
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk).
  
  
• Understanding of security frameworks, IAM policies, and Linux hardening best practices.
  
  

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  
  
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  
  
• Ability to lead teams and collaborate across departments.
  
  
• Experience in managing multiple projects and working in agile environments.
  
  

Contact me at the detail listed below to apply.

Thank you,

Theresa Steenkamp

Key Account Manager - Network Contracting Solutions

tsteenkamp at networkcontracting c.o.z.a.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

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• Employment type

  Contract

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• Job function

  Information Technology

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