Senior RHELSME | NV1 Cleared | Defence Program | Azure
I'm currently working with a leading delivery partner supporting Australia's defence and national security sector, and we're looking to bring in aSenior Red Hat Enterprise Linux Administratorto join a long-term, mission-critical program.
This is a genuinely strong opportunity for someone who wants to operate in a secure, high-impact environment, working on enterprise-scale cloud platforms that directly support defence capability.
The Role
You'll be responsible for the ongoing support, stability, and uplift of RHEL environments hosted in Azure, with a strong focus on automation, resilience, and security compliance.
On a day-to-day basis, you'll:
Manage and maintain RHEL environments across production and non-production
Drive automation through Ansible Automation Platform and Satellite
Ensure system performance, availability, and patch compliance using Azure-native tooling
Troubleshoot L2/L3 infrastructure issues across compute, storage, and networking
Work closely with service desk and change teams in line with ITIL processes
Support monitoring and observability via Azure Monitor and Dynatrace
Contribute to backup, recovery, and DR validation activities
Maintain documentation within a controlled, security-focused environment
Mentor junior Admins and Engineers
What I'm Looking For
I'm keen to speak with engineers who are comfortable operating in structured, highly regulated environments, and who bring a strong mix of Linux, cloud,



and automation expertise.
Key experience:
Robust background in RHEL administration
Hands-on experience with Ansible Automation Platform and Satellite
Proven experience working in Microsoft Azure (IaaS) environments
Solid scripting and automation skills (with Git/version control)
Experience supporting both Linux and Windows Server VMs
Strong troubleshooting capability across infrastructure and OS layers
Experience with Defence and National Security work or Similar
Nice to Have
Red Hat certifications (RHCSA or similar)
Exposure to Terraform or Infrastructure-as-Code
Previous experience in Defence or Government environments
Non-Negotiables
Active AGSVA NV1 Clearance
Australian Citizenship
Why This Role Stands Out
Work on genuinely mission-critical defence systems
Strong focus on automation and modern cloud practices
Stable, long-term program of work
Collaborative environment that encourages innovation and idea-sharing
If you're NV1 cleared and open to a role where your work directly contributes to national security outcomes, I'd be keen to have a confidential chat.
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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