Linux Engineer

1 week ago

Adelaide, South Australia Talent Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Contract till June 2026, with possible longer-term extension
  • Must have a minimum NV1, and there is a strong preference NV2 clearance
  • Long term contract/Permanent option available for the right candidate

Avec Global,
one of Australia's fastest-growing consultancies, is building the "A-Team" in partnership with Defence research and science division. This elite group of consultants will work shoulder-to-shoulder with Defence science researchers to deliver mission-critical innovation, science and technology projects.

We are currently looking for
Linux Engineer
to be responsible for undertaking the deployment, management and maintenance of a range of Linux server and desktop infrastructure.

Skills And Experience Required
Minimum of 5 years administering, managing and/or supporting more than one of the following:

  • Linux/UNIX Administration in an Enterprise Environment – CentOS, or RedHat, or Ubuntu
  • Knowledge of a variety of virtualization and cloud technologies, setting up virtual environments using host and guest, and migrating from physical to virtual environments.
  • High-level skills and experience in Linux scripting in at least one of: bash, perl, python.
  • Strong skills in general Linux system administration of CentOS/RedHat.
  • Strong web interface design skills interfacing to a backend Linux client-server environment.
  • Experience developing Ansible playbooks.
  • Experience in managing Linux systems using Satellite or Landscape
  • Experience implementing Multi Factor Authentication on Linux.
  • Linux Certification (of any kind)

Security Clearance Requirements

  • Must have a minimum Negative Vetting level 1, and there is a strong preference for NV 2 clearance.
  • Experience within Commonwealth Government, Defence, or a scientific research organization is highly desirable

What's On Offer

  • Initial contract till June 2026, with strong likelihood for extension.
  • A chance to contribute to a classified Defence program of national importance
  • Work in a collaborative, high-performing team tackling cutting-edge challenges
  • Backing from Avec Global, a consultancy known for supporting its people and delivering real impact

This is more than just another contract; it's your opportunity to make a genuine difference in Australia's Defence capability while working alongside some of the sharpest minds in science and technology.

If you'd like to be considered for this role, please submit a formal application online, and we'll be in touch to outline the next steps.

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