Linux Administrator
Whizdom ·whizdom.shazamme.com
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About the Company
An industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.
About the role
You will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and support of the organisation’s Linux server environment and associated infrastructure, ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of mission-critical systems that underpin core business and operational outcomes.
Role Responsibilities
What is on offer
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current TPSV Security Clearance. The successful candidate will need to undergo an additional security assessment before commencing in the role.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Monday 20th July 2026.
Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
An industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations.
About the role
You will be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and support of the organisation’s Linux server environment and associated infrastructure, ensuring the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of mission-critical systems that underpin core business and operational outcomes.
Role Responsibilities
- Manage virtualised environments (VMware/KVM) and physical systems such as HP OneView and GreenLake.
- Develop system configurations using Ansible, Puppet or Chef, and manage the SOE lifecycle with Kickstart.
- Administer accounts, permissions and authentication services (LDAP and similar), maintaining security compliance.
- Extensive experience with enterprise grade Linux distributions such as RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu and SUSE.
- Strong capability in managing user access and authentication services, including OpenLDAP and similar systems.
- Hands on experience with configuration and deployment tools including Ansible, Puppet and Chef.
What is on offer
- Permanent Opportunity
- Competitive Salary
- Canberra
- Bendigo
- Victoria
- Wollongong
To be eligible for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. Due to the work environment, our client has requested that all candidates are required to hold a current TPSV Security Clearance. The successful candidate will need to undergo an additional security assessment before commencing in the role.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Submission closes by COB, Monday 20th July 2026.
Please call Kandice Halls on 0480 002 461 for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We’re Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We’ve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Linux Administrator role?
Whizdom is hiring for the Linux Administrator position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Linux Administrator job located?
The Linux Administrator role with Whizdom is based in Canberra, ACT, AU.
What does the Linux Administrator role pay?
Whizdom lists the Linux Administrator role at AUD 135,000–150,000 per year.
Is the Linux Administrator role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Whizdom.
What experience level is the Linux Administrator role?
The Linux Administrator position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Linux Administrator role at Whizdom?
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