Herefordshire – On-site, 5 days a week NO Hybrid or Remote Working Contract Duration:
6-12 months Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week Clearance Required:
Current DV clearance (Applicants must already hold DV clearance as we cannot sponsor this.) An experienced
Linux Engineer
to join our dynamic and highly skilled team. If you thrive in challenging environments and have a passion for Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), we want to hear from you! This is a rare chance to work on cutting-edge projects while ensuring critical systems operate at peak performance. What You’ll Be Doing: Managing and maintaining
Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
systems across development, staging, and production environments. Installing, configuring, and deploying new RHEL systems and applications with reliability and scalability in mind. Implementing robust security measures, including
system hardening, patching , and compliance with industry standards. Driving
automation
with tools like
Ansible
or
Shell scripting
to streamline provisioning and maintenance. Providing second- and third-line support, troubleshooting performance, networking, storage, and application issues. Monitoring and optimising system performance to eliminate bottlenecks and ensure efficient resource utilisation. Ensuring regular backups and creating disaster recovery plans to safeguard critical data and systems. Collaborating with cross-functional IT teams to ensure seamless integration and operation. Staying ahead of industry trends and recommending improvements to enhance reliability, security, and efficiency. What We’re Looking For: 2 years + experience
managing RHEL systems in enterprise environments. Expertise in system security concepts, including
SELinux, firewalls, and permissions . Familiarity with
virtualisation platforms
like
VMware
or
HyperV . Experience with
enterprise monitoring and alerting tools . Prior exposure to
air-gapped environments
and managing offline repositories is a plus. Desirable Certifications: RHCSA
or
RHCE
certification (preferred). Your Skillset: Problem-solving and troubleshooting are second nature to you. You’re a clear and confident communicator who can explain technical issues to varied audiences. You excel both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and adhering to best practices. Why This Role? This is an incredible opportunity to make a real impact in a high-stakes environment. You’ll be part of a team ensuring the security, performance, and reliability of critical systems while working with cutting-edge Red Hat technologies. If you’re ready to take on this challenge, let’s connect! Apply now or DM me for more details! Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
Information Technology Industries
Defense and Space Manufacturing and IT Services and IT Consulting
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