We are looking for Linux Engineer with Linux with any os like NixOS or RHEL or GUIX or Immutable OS with nf tables or IP tables experience, Ansible python scripting
Location: Pan India
Deploy, configure, and support enterprise Linux servers across production and non-production environments.
Implement and manage Linux operating systems, including NixOS , RHEL , GUIX , and other immutable OS platforms.
Deploy and configure Linux-based networking and security services.
Implement Linux firewall solutions using nftables and stateful firewall technologies.
Configure Linux networking, including Layer 2 networking, routing, VLANs, and security zoning.
Support deployment and integration of enterprise firewall platforms, including Cisco, Fortinet, Palo Alto, and Check Point .
Implement and troubleshoot Linux security controls, host hardening, and network segmentation.
Configure and support Cilium for Kubernetes networking and security (where applicable).
Deploy and maintain Suricata IDS/IPS and Zeek network monitoring solutions (preferred).
Perform Linux system upgrades, patching, migrations, and implementation activities.
Troubleshoot operating system, networking, firewall, and security-related issues.
Collaborate with Network, Security, Cloud, and Infrastructure teams during project delivery.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, implementation guides, and operational procedures.
Participate in change management activities and support implementation during maintenance windows.
Ensure Linux environments comply with customer security policies and operational standards.

Mandatory Skills & Experience
Minimum 8 years of hands-on Linux administration and engineering experience .
Strong experience with:
NixOS
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
GUIX or other immutable Linux operating systems
Strong deployment and implementation experience within enterprise Linux environments.




Experience implementing Linux networking and security solutions.
Robust knowledge of:
Linux Networking
Layer 2 Networking
TCP/IP
VLANs
Security Zoning
Stateful Firewalls
Hands-on experience with nftables .
Experience integrating Linux environments with enterprise firewall platforms, including:
Cisco Firewalls
Fortinet FortiGate
Palo Alto Networks
Check Point
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
Experience working in enterprise and data centre environments.
Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management.

Preferred Skills
Experience with Cilium for cloud-native networking and security.
Experience deploying or administering Suricata IDS/IPS.
Experience using Zeek for network traffic analysis and security monitoring.
Knowledge of container platforms such as Kubernetes and Docker.
Experience with Linux automation and configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, SaltStack).
Scripting experience using:
Bash
Python
Shell Scripting
Knowledge of SELinux and Linux security hardening.
Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps practices.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Preferred Certifications
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)
Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE)
Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) (Desirable)
ITIL Foundation

Key Competencies
Strong Linux troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Excellent understanding of Linux security architecture.
Strong analytical and root cause analysis abilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary project teams.
Strong documentation and technical reporting skills.
Customer-focused with the ability to deliver high-quality implementation projects.
Ability to manage multiple deployment activities in a fast-paced environment.

📌 Linux Engineer (Bengaluru)
🏢 Prodapt
📍 Bengaluru