New 
RHEL Engineer
 Spectraforce Technologies | |
 United States, Florida, Jacksonville | |
 Mar 20, 2026 | |
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Role: RHEL Engineer Duration: 6 months - with potential for extension/conversion Location: 100% Remote Project Scope: We are seeking an experienced IT Systems Engineer (Contractor) to support our enterprise-wide RHEL 7 to RHEL 8/9 migration project using Leapp. This role is part of a critical systems modernization initiative and requires strong expertise in RHEL systems, Leapp upgrade processes, and managing upgrades at scale. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and experienced in identifying and mitigating upgrade risks in enterprise environments. (2500 total Linux Servers) Team Size: Team of 11 total (working with internal-facing application owners as well) Key Responsibilities: * Execute in-place upgrades from RHEL 7 to RHEL 8/9 using the Leapp tool across physical and virtual servers. * Assess system readiness and compatibility, including applications, third-party tools, and kernel modules. * Conduct pre-upgrade analysis, resolve blocking issues, and ensure systems meet Leapp prerequisites. * Develop and follow upgrade checklists, testing procedures, and rollback plans. * Collaborate with application owners, DBAs, and infrastructure teams to coordinate upgrade schedules and minimize disruption. * Troubleshoot upgrade-related issues across system performance, services, SELinux, and network configurations. * Automate repeatable upgrade processes where appropriate using Ansible or similar tools. * Ensure upgrades align with internal security and compliance requirements. * Document upgrade activities, outcomes, and system changes. * Use Remedy to track tasks, incidents, and changes related to the upgrade project. Required Experience: * 3-5+ years of Linux system administration experience, with a strong focus on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). * Hands-on experience performing RHEL 7 to RHEL 8/9 upgrades & migrations using Leapp in enterprise environments. * Strong understanding of RPM, system boot processes, GRUB, kernel modules, systemd, and SELinux. * Experience identifying and remediating Leapp upgrade blockers and compatibility issues. * Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Bash, Python) and automation with Ansible. * Familiarity with system backup and recovery procedures, including snapshots, rsync, and LVM. * Excellent troubleshooting skills across system, network, and service layers. * Comfortable working independently and managing work in a remote, team-based environment. * Experience using Remedy for ticketing and change management. Preferred Qualifications: * RHCE or equivalent Red Hat certification. * Experience in virtualized environments (e.g., VMware, Nutanix). * Prior work on large-scale upgrade or migration projects in production environments. * Previous experience as a contractor or consultant on IT infrastructure projects. Required Education: *Related Bachelor's degree in an IT related field or relevant work experience Position is offered by a no fee agency. | |