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Diverse Lynx

Linux System Administrator with Ansible Expertise

Diverse Lynx, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383


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Linux System Administrator with Ansible ExpertiseLocation: Atlanta, GA OnsiteContract/Fulltime

Job Summary:Looking for a skilled and experienced Linux System Administrator with a strong background inautomation using Ansible. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and maintainingour Linux infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. You will also beinstrumental in automating tasks and processes using Ansible, enhancing our infrastructure'sefficiency and reliability.Key Responsibilities:• Manage, monitor, and maintain Linux servers and systems to ensure optimalperformance, availability, and security.• Develop, maintain, and execute Ansible playbooks for the automation of systemprovisioning, configuration management, and application deployment.• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and networking issues on Linux systems.• Implement and manage security measures, including firewalls, intrusiondetection/prevention systems, and vulnerability assessments.• Collaborate with development and operations teams to streamline CI/CD pipelines andensure seamless application deployment.• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations as needed.• Maintain system documentation and provide training and support to other team membersas required.• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies related to Linux andautomation.Qualifications and Skills:• Proven experience as a Linux System Administrator, with a strong understanding ofLinux operating systems (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu, etc.).• Expertise in Ansible for automation, including writing and managing playbooks, roles,and inventories.• Strong scripting skills in Bash, Python, or other relevant languages.• Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, etc.) and cloud platforms(AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and firewalls.• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a teamenvironment.• Excellent communication and documentation skills.Preferred Qualifications:• Experience with other automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet,Chef, Terraform).• Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Nagios, Zabbix, Prometheus, ELKstack).• Relevant certifications such as RHCSA, RHCE, or equivalent.Education:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalentwork experience

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.