• 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.
  • Strong 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.


Similar jobs

More from Prodapt
Prodapt 1 day ago
Prodapt 1 day ago
Prodapt ASIC services (Formerly Innovative Logic) 2 days ago

Linux Engineer

Apply Now
Back to search page