Security Clearance: Active UK SC Clearance – Mandatory
Looking for a hands-on Linux engineer to support live production systems in a secure environment.
Day to day work:
- Fix Linux/Unix incidents & outages
- Monthly server patching and security updates
- Fast response to critical vulnerabilities
- Production monitoring and support
- Update tickets, changes and evidence in ServiceNow
Must have skills:
- Patching with yum/dnf, kernel updates & safe reboots
- Troubleshooting CPU, memory, disk, network, services
- Log analysis using /var/log and journalctl
- Bash scripting for small automations
- Understanding of security patches & CVEs
- Experience in live production support
- Worked with ticketing tools (ServiceNow preferred)
- Able to work to SLAs and follow change control
- Active SC or eligible to obtain SC clearance
Nice to have
- Ansible or similar automation tools
- VMware / virtual machines experience
- Basic networking & firewall knowledge
- Knowledge of containerisation (Docker/Podman/Kubernetes basics)
Hands-on role, ideal for a solid mid-level Linux support engineer who can keep production systems stable, secure and compliant.
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Read more employer: Ferns IT Consultancy Ltd
As a leading employer in the tech industry, we offer a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and a supportive culture that values each team member's contributions. Located in a secure setting, our team enjoys the unique advantage of working on critical production systems while ensuring stability and security in their roles.
