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Linux Administrator

Truist
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Mar 2026

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Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency:  English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

We are seeking a skilled Linux Administrator with strong experience in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7/8/9) and proven ability to perform in-place upgrades in enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of Linux operating system functionality, networking and storage fundamentals, and hands-on experience with Linux command-line tools and scripting languages such as Bash and Python. This role involves supporting system lifecycle management, troubleshooting migration issues related to disk formats and virtual hardware, and contributing to automation initiatives using Ansible. Familiarity with GitHub/GitLab for code review and version control is expected. Exposure to virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere/vCenter, vMotion, and Nutanix AHV is a plus.

Key Responsibilities
• Perform lifecycle management for RHEL systems, including patching, upgrades, and configuration.
• Execute in-place upgrades across RHEL environments with minimal downtime.
• Develop and maintain Ansible playbooks for automation of routine tasks.
• Write scripts in Bash and Python to support operational workflows.
• Troubleshoot migration issues related to disk formats and virtual hardware.
• Support virtualization environments including VMware vSphere/vCenter and Nutanix AHV.
• Collaborate on code reviews and maintain version control using GitHub/GitLab.
• Document processes and contribute to team knowledge base.

For this opportunity, Truist will not sponsor an applicant for work visa status or employment authorization, nor will we offer any immigration-related support for this position (including, but not limited to H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN-1 or TN-2, E-3, O-1, or future sponsorship for U.S. lawful permanent residence status.)

This position is office-centric 5 days a week in our Atlanta, Charlotte, Greensboro, Raleigh or Richmond hubs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time. 
1. Performs problem tracking, diagnosis and root-cause analysis, replication, troubleshooting, and resolution for complex issues. In this capacity, performs programming and debugging activities.
2. Responds to issues in a timely manner by receiving and investigating incidents or service tickets.
3. Analyzes and observes trends with technical issues and develops recommendations for long- term improvements.
4. Documents all relevant end-user interactions and steps taken to resolve incidents.
5. Has occasional contact with end-users.
6. Communicates status of issue resolution to internal customers.
7. May engage and manage outside vendors.
8. Applies in-depth knowledge of application support and an understanding of best practices.
9. Typically leads moderately complex projects and participates in larger, more complex initiatives.
10. Solves complex technical and operational problems.
11. Acts as a resource for teammates with less experience.
12. May have people management responsibilities for a small team.


QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Bachelor's degree and five years of experience in development or applicatio

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