Overview 

We are looking for a Linux Administrator to join our IT Services team.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative, supportive team enabling you to progress your IT career.  You’ll play a key part in the design, implementation, maintenance and support of Linux operating systems and associated applications. 

The role   

You’ll join a team of 5, within a wider department of 29, to support the ever-changing needs of the business. You’ll also work closely with some key stakeholders and develop relationships with the huge variety of colleagues from across our different business units.  

Cambridge Consultants is a growing and developing company, so you’ll be given a diverse workload from the get-go with the opportunity to work on the full life cycle of a new project.   

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:  

• Providing Linux desktop support to internal users, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth operation 

• Assisting in deploying, maintaining, and securing Linux desktop environments using provisioning tools including Ansible, Foreman/RHEL Satellite 

• Monitoring and maintaining Linux logs, and identifying potential problems before they escalate 

• Supporting Linux compliance and security efforts, including Cyber Essentials controls 

• Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of relevant infrastructure technology   

• Maintaining technical documentation and assisting with security incident investigations 

What you can bring  

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

• An understanding of implementing Linux distributions in an enterprise environment, including authentication, security, and TCP/IP networking  

• An understanding of automating desktop deployments and life-cycle management with provisioning tools like Ubuntu Landscape, Foreman/RHEL, Satellite, Ansible etc.  

• Troubleshooting skills within complex environments  

• You must meet the requirements to obtain UK Security Clearance or already have it 

If you feel that you do not have all the skills highlighted above, then we would still like to hear from you as training will be provided.