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# Infrastructure Specialist - Linux

- **Company:** International Business Machines Corporation
- **Location:** Abbots Worthy, United Kingdom
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Ubuntu (Operating System), CentOS, Cloud Computing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Monitoring of Systems, Hyper-V, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Nagios, Routing, OpenShift, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Zabbix, Scripting, Google Cloud, Grafana, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Patch Management, Splunk, Vmware
- **Published:** November 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/infrastructure-specialist-linux/56431537

## About the Role

operational best practices, documentation, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. Support infrastructure delivery within highly regulated and security-conscious environments.
We're interested in capable infrastructure engineers with a passion for Linux, automation, operational excellence and continual improvement. You don't need experience with every technology listed below. If you have a strong infrastructure foundation and enjoy learning new technologies, we'd love to hear from you.,
Experience working in Infrastructure Engineering, Linux Engineering, Systems Administration or similar roles. Strong experience administering Linux operating systems such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Ubuntu or CentOS. Experience supporting enterprise server environments across physical, virtual and cloud-hosted infrastructure. Knowledge of virtualisation technologies including VMware, KVM, Hyper-V or similar platforms. Experience scripting and automating tasks using Bash, Python, PowerShell, Ansible or similar technologies. Understanding of enterprise networking concepts including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, routing and firewalls. Experience supporting storage platforms and infrastructure services. Knowledge of monitoring and observability tooling such as Nagios, Zabbix, Grafana, Splunk, ELK or similar solutions. Understanding of infrastructure security principles, system hardening and patch management. Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or Google Cloud. Experience troubleshooting
complex infrastructure and platform issues. Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience working within consulting, public sector or other regulated environments would be advantageous. This role is subject to successful completion of pre-employment screening in line with the UK Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Depending on the client and assignment, additional National Security Vetting (NSV) may be required, including eligibility for Enhanced Security Check (eSC) or Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV).
Preferred technical and professional experienceOne or more of the following certifications would be beneficial: Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC) CompTIA LinuxVMware Certified Professional (VCP)

## Description

As a Linux & Infrastructure Specialist, you will:Design, build, administer and support Linux-based infrastructure platforms. Manage and maintain enterprise server environments across on-premise, hybrid and cloud-hosted infrastructure. Deploy, configure and troubleshoot Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS and similar operating systems. Support virtualisation platforms such as VMware, OpenShift Virtualization or similar technologies. Automate routine operational tasks using scripting and infrastructure automation tools. Implement system hardening, patching and vulnerability remediation activities. Monitor system health, performance and capacity, proactively identifying and resolving issues. Support storage, networking and infrastructure services to ensure availability and resilience. Assist with infrastructure migrations, upgrades and transformation initiatives. Collaborate with multidisciplinary delivery teams and client stakeholders to solve technical challenges. Contribute to