Linux Specialist / Onsite / Denton, TX

A company in the aircraft manufacturing space is hiring a Linux Expert. This is a 6 month contract opportunity with potential for extension or conversion. Onsite in their Denton, TX office.

They are looking for a highly proficient Linux Expert with experience in managing and optimizing Squid Proxy and RADIUS servers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining these services in a secure, scalable Linux environment to support enterprise network access control and web caching/proxy services.

Contract Duration: 6 Months
Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience administering Linux systems (RedHat, CentOS, Ubuntu, Debian, or similar).
• Strong expertise configuring and managing Squid Proxy servers.
• Solid experience with RADIUS servers, preferably FreeRADIUS, including configuration and integration.
• Understanding of authentication protocols (PAP, CHAP, EAP, PEAP).
• Familiarity with network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and firewall management.
• Experience with identity management integration (LDAP, Active Directory).
• Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash, Python, Perl).
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of security best practices in Linux environments.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Experience with other proxy technologies or authentication services.
• Knowledge of VPN and wireless authentication workflows.
• Understanding of network security tools and concepts (firewalls, IDS/IPS).
• Experience with monitoring tools (e.g. Centreon).
• Relevant certifications such as RHCE, LPIC, or equivalent.

What You Will Be Doing
Tech Breakdown

• 100% Linux + Squid Proxy servers and Radius Servers

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.