Senior Linux Engineer

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, which is seeking a Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer for an initial 12-month assignment, with the option to extend.

The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and possess a strong background in Linux engineering, demonstrating the following skills and experience:

• Experience supporting enterprise Linux platforms in secure public sector environments.

• Extensive knowledge of system stability, performance, security, and troubleshooting across various Linux-based services. Significant experience in delivering Linux-based development activities, including building and maintaining development environments, as well as containerising applications and services.

• Demonstrated experience with Agile and DevOps working practices.
• Familiarity with virtualised networking principles and platforms such as VMware and Hyper-V.
• A solid understanding of common services, applications, and protocols, including HTTPS, SSH, DNS, NTP, and SSL.
• Experience with the open-source automation tool Ansible.
• Experience working in a cloud infrastructure environment, including AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency in managing Ceph storage or Linux storage environments.
• Desirable qualifications include: RHCSA (Red Hat Certified System Administrator), Red Hat Certified Engineer, or LFCS (Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator).