Linux System Administrator

Linux System Administrator

Posted 2 weeks ago by iXceed Solutions on Linkedin

Negotiable
Inside
Hybrid
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Linux System Administrator role at iXceed Solutions involves managing and maintaining on-premise data centers with a focus on Linux systems. The position requires strong technical skills in automation, networking, and enterprise storage, along with effective communication and collaboration abilities. This hybrid role is based in Cambridge, UK, requiring three days on-site each week. The contract is classified as inside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Run and maintain on-premise data centers.
  • Manage Linux systems (Ubuntu / Centos).
  • Handle enterprise storage including ISCSI and SAN technology.
  • Utilize automation tools (Ansible, Foreman, etc.).
  • Implement knowledge of IP networking, DNS, and firewalling.
  • Work with Python, shell scripts, and command-line tools.
  • Apply knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies.
  • Lead remediation projects, ideally within a PCI-DSS certified environment.
  • Collaborate across teams and organizations using ITSM tools such as Jira and ServiceNow.

Key Skills:

  • Strong experience with Linux (Ubuntu / Centos).
  • Experience with enterprise storage technologies (ISCSI, SAN).
  • Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Foreman).
  • Knowledge of IP networking, DNS, and firewalling.
  • Proficiency in Python and shell scripting.
  • Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Experience with ITSM tools (Jira, ServiceNow).
  • Good knowledge of cloud computing platforms, ideally AWS.
  • Experience with Hyper-V, Microsoft AD, AAD, and VMWare.
  • Experience maintaining OpenStack and build systems.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Cambridge

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT