Job Description

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

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- Minimum 8 years of hands-on Linux administration and engineering experience.
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- Strong experience with:
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- NixOS
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- Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
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- GUIX or other immutable Linux operating systems
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- Strong deployment and implementation experience within enterprise Linux environments.
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- Experience implementing Linux networking and security solutions.
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- Strong knowledge of:
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- Linux Networking
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- Layer 2 Networking
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- TCP/IP
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- VLANs
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- Security Zoning
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- Stateful Firewalls
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- Hands-on experience with nftables.
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- Experience integrating Linux environments with enterprise firewall platforms, including:
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- Cisco Firewalls
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- Fortinet FortiGate
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- Palo Alto Networks
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- Check Point
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- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
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- Experience working in enterprise and data centre environments.
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- Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management.
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Preferred Skills

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

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- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
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- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
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- Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)
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- Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE)
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- Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) (Desirable)
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- ITIL Foundation
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Key Competencies

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