About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Summary

Confidential Client is seeking a motivated, early-career Junior Infrastructure Engineer to join an Infrastructure Operations team in Richmond, VA (hybrid). This is a 12-month contract-to-hire opportunity offering structured technical training through the Elevate Program, hands-on experience with enterprise Linux systems, automation exposure, and a clear career development path.

• Location: Richmond, VA (hybrid)
• Employment type: 12-month Contract-to-Hire
• Pay: $70,000 - $75,000 per year (depending on experience)

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What You’ll Do

• Support Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) servers and enterprise Linux environments.
• Assist with monthly patching and vulnerability remediation; validate post-patch health.
• Monitor server health, performance, and availability; perform routine maintenance.
• Help provision, configure, and decommission servers under guidance.
• Investigate and troubleshoot basic OS-level incidents; document resolutions.
• Participate in on-call rotation after completing required training.
• Learn and assist with Ansible automation playbooks and repeatable operational workflows.
• Work closely with Linux, Windows, Monitoring, Cybersecurity, and Application Support teams to maintain reliable infrastructure services.

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Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 0–3 years supporting Linux, Windows, or enterprise infrastructure environments.
• Basic Linux command-line skills and familiarity with common administration tasks.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Customer-service mindset and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Quick learner with a willingness to follow structured training and mentorship.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience or coursework with Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Familiarity with basic scripting (Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Exposure to virtualization technologies (VMware) and cloud platforms (Azure or AWS).
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems.
• Entry-level Linux certification (Linux+, RHCSA, or equivalent).
• Internships, lab projects, or personal Linux projects demonstrating practical experience.

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What You’ll Gain

• Formal technical training and mentorship through the Elevate Program to accelerate growth to mid-level capability.
• Hands-on experience with enterprise infrastructure, patching, automation, and compliance processes.
• Access to a structured career path within Infrastructure Operations and leadership pipeline opportunities.
• Competitive benefits following hire by Confidential Client (medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, and EAP where applicable).

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About the Elevate Program

The Elevate Program is a national, accelerated training program used by Fortune-level clients to develop early-career technologists. Participants receive targeted technical training, professional development, and mentorship designed to build practical, promotable skills in infrastructure operations.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.

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