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*Ideally need experience working for a hedge fund*

We are seeking a highly motivated Rocky Linux Engineer to play a pivotal role in building, maintaining, and optimizing Linux-based infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Rocky Linux, strong Linux administration skills, and expertise in creating custom Linux images using Packer. This role requires a deep understanding of Linux OS management for both virtual and bare-metal Servers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Rocky Linux Management:
• Install, configure, and maintain Rocky Linux operating systems in virtual and bare-metal environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to the operating system and associated software.
• Image Creation and Automation:
• Design and build base and customized Rocky Linux images using Packer.
• Automate image creation pipelines and integrate them into CI/CD workflows.
• Ensure images are optimized, secure, and up-to-date with the latest patches.
• Linux Administration:
• Perform day-to-day Linux systems administration, including monitoring, patching, and performance tuning.
• Manage storage, networking, and security configurations for Linux Servers.
• Write and maintain scripts (eg, Bash, Python) to automate routine tasks and improve system efficiency.
• Bare-Metal Server Management:
• Deploy and manage Rocky Linux on bare-metal Servers.
• Oversee the life cycle of bare-metal infrastructure, including provisioning, configuration, and decommissioning.
• Implement hardware-level diagnostics and collaborate with vendors for hardware support when necessary.
• Security and Compliance:
• Apply security hardening best practices to Rocky Linux systems.
• Ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards (eg, PCI-DSS, HIPAA).
• Monitor systems for vulnerabilities and implement timely patches.
• Documentation and Collaboration:
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and troubleshooting guides.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Rocky Linux systems into larger infrastructure projects.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven hands-on experience with Rocky Linux or other RHEL-based Linux distributions.
• Strong background in Linux administration, including troubleshooting, performance optimization, and Scripting.
• Proficiency in using Packer to create and manage Linux images.
• Experience in managing Linux OS for bare-metal Servers, including provisioning and maintenance.
• Knowledge of networking, storage, and security concepts as they apply to Linux systems.
• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, such as CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with automation tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Puppet.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and their integration with Rocky Linux.
• Understanding of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of hardware diagnostics and RAID configurations for bare-metal Servers.

Networking People (UK) is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.