Linux Technical Specialist

Linux Technical Specialist

Posted 6 days ago by eTeam Workforce Limited

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£447 Per day
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Hybrid
Fleet (Hybrid), UK
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Summary: The Linux Technical Specialist role involves managing and maintaining Linux-based infrastructure to ensure system stability, security, and performance. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to support applications and services while driving automation and continuous improvement. The role is based in Fleet, UK, and operates in a hybrid working arrangement. The contract is set to last until December 31, 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install, configure, and maintain Linux Servers (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
  • Perform system updates, patching, and performance tuning.
  • Monitor system health and resolve technical issues proactively.
  • Implement and maintain security controls to protect system integrity.
  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and security audits.
  • Manage Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security tools.
  • Configure and troubleshoot network settings on Linux systems.
  • Ensure seamless connectivity and integration across platforms.
  • Support DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP configurations.
  • Design and implement backup strategies for critical systems.
  • Perform regular backups and validate recovery procedures.
  • Develop scripts to automate routine tasks using Bash, Python, or Perl.
  • Support configuration management using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
  • Provide technical support to internal teams and resolve Linux-related issues.
  • Work closely with developers to optimize application performance.
  • Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations and procedures.
  • Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and compliance.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Linux System Administrator or Technical Specialist.
  • Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems.
  • Experience with virtualization platforms (eg, VMware, KVM).
  • Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
  • Solid understanding of networking protocols and services.
  • Proficiency in Scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl).
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Salary: £447 per day

City: Fleet

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you.

Role Title: Linux Technical Specialist
Location: Fleet (Hybrid)
Duration: Until 31/12/2026
Rate: £447 per day Inside IR35
Days on site: 2-3

Role Description:

We are seeking a skilled Linux Technical Specialist to manage and maintain our Linux-based infrastructure. This role is critical to ensuring the stability, security, and performance of our systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support applications and services running on Linux platforms, while driving automation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities
System Administration
Install, configure, and maintain Linux Servers (Red Hat, CentOS, Ubuntu).
Perform system updates, patching, and performance tuning.
Monitor system health and resolve technical issues proactively.

Security Management
Implement and maintain security controls to protect system integrity.
Conduct vulnerability assessments and security audits.
Manage Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security tools.

Network Management
Configure and troubleshoot network settings on Linux systems.
Ensure seamless connectivity and integration across platforms.
Support DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP configurations.

Backup & Recovery
Design and implement backup strategies for critical systems.
Perform regular backups and validate recovery procedures.

Automation & Scripting
Develop scripts to automate routine tasks using Bash, Python, or Perl.
Support configuration management using tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.

Support & Collaboration
Provide technical support to internal teams and resolve Linux-related issues.
Work closely with developers to optimize application performance.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations and procedures.
Generate reports on system performance, incidents, and compliance.

Required Qualifications
Proven experience as a Linux System Administrator or Technical Specialist.
Strong knowledge of Unix/Linux operating systems.
Experience with virtualization platforms (eg, VMware, KVM).
Familiarity with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
Solid understanding of networking protocols and services.
Proficiency in Scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl).
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications
Certifications such as RHCE, RHCSA, or LPI.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.

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