Linux/Network Administrator

Overview

We're looking to strengthen our IT Infrastructure Team with a Linux / Network Engineer. This role reflects increasing demand for Linux and networking expertise across both our client project work and our core infrastructure, including a planned expansion of work within our secure environments.

The role

This role will increase our Linux and Network capability at a senior level. You'll work alongside other Systems Engineers to design, implement, maintain and support physical and virtualised Linux operating systems across our corporate estate, our secure environments, and infrastructure delivered for client projects. You will also play a key role in the development and continuous improvement of network design, implementation, and support.

You'll join an infrastructure team of 5, within a wider department of 29, to support the ever-changing needs of the business. You'll work closely with key stakeholders and develop relationships with colleagues from across the business, including project teams who depend on Linux infrastructure to deliver their work.

Cambridge Consultants is a growing and developing company, so you'll be given a diverse and substantial workload from the get-go, with real ownership over how Linux and networking support is delivered across the business.

Responsibilities

Due to the nature of this role, you should expect to be on-site much of the time. Your responsibilities may vary but here's a list of the types of things you can expect to be doing:

Designing, implementing, maintaining, and supporting physical and virtualised Linux operating systems and associated applications within an Enterprise environment

Network design, implementation, maintenance and support

Supporting Linux and network infrastructure within secure environments, including working towards the appropriate clearance where required

Developing scripts to automate system configuration and processes where appropriate (Infrastructure as code)

Monitoring of Linux logs and proactively highlighting any potential problems

Ensuring compliance for Linux operating systems with applicable security standards (i.e. Cyber Essentials Plus)

Supporting Linux based software licencing

Supporting Linux desktop provisioning and lifecycle management as part of a shared team responsibility

Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant infrastructure technologies and embracing a continuous improvement mindset

Working alongside the Cyber security team to assist investigating security incidents as required

You'll be given ownership of your responsibilities and the support to shape the role further as Cambridge Consultants continues to grow.

What you can bring

We're looking for someone with the following skills and experience:

Experience implementing and supporting Linux, Debian and Redhat distributions in an enterprise environment, including authentication, security, and networking

Experience in automating desktop deployments and life-cycle management with provisioning tools like Ubuntu Landscape, Foreman/RHEL, Satellite, Ansible etc.

Experience in network design, implementation and support that underpins an enterprise size environment

Experience of programming or scripting

Troubleshooting skills within complex environments

An appreciation of secure by design and DevOps principles

Some projects at Cambridge Consultants are subject to security restrictions. This role requires you to obtain a Security Check level security clearance ( United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK ). You must be able to work in the UK without restrictions in accordance with UK National Law and be prepared to successfully undertake an appropriate level of UK National Security Vetting according to UK Government National Security Vetting criteria.

By submitting an application to Cambridge Consultants, you confirm that the information provided in this application, together with any supporting documentation, is true, complete, and accurate to the best of your knowledge and belief. You understand that any false statement, misleading information, or material omission may render you liable to disqualification from the recruitment process, withdrawal of any offer of employment, or dismissal without notice if discovered following appointment. You acknowledge that the organisation reserves the right to verify the information supplied.