At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a security-critical production estate with hands-on Unix/Linux engineering.
- Company: Central Government client offering a secure and regulated environment.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate of £480, hybrid work model, and short-term contract.
- Other info: Opportunity to work independently in a controlled production environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and enhance your skills in a highly regulated infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Strong Linux/Solaris administration experience and active SC clearance required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Our Central Government client is looking for a strong hands-on Unix/Linux engineer with deep Linux and Solaris administration capability, required to support a security-critical production estate including legacy Solaris platforms.
Key Technical Skills:
- Linux Administration
- RHEL / CentOS (or equivalent)
- Performance troubleshooting, patching, system management
- Solaris
- Strong experience administering legacy Solaris systems
- ZFS, system stability, and production support
- Core Unix Engineering
- OS-level troubleshooting (CPU, memory, disk, services)
- System patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management
- Scripting / automation (shell, basic tooling)
- Production Support
- Experience in live enterprise environments
- Incident, problem, and change execution
Environment:
- Secure, audited, highly regulated infrastructure
- Mixed Linux and legacy Unix estate requiring specialist support capability
This is a short-term requirement for a technically strong Security-Cleared Unix engineer with Solaris expertise, capable of operating independently in a controlled, production environment to support exit delivery. You must hold Active SC clearance.
Linux / Unix Engineer in Bournemouth employer: TALENT INTERNATIONAL UK LTD
As a Linux/Unix Engineer with our Central Government client in Manchester, you will thrive in a secure and highly regulated environment that values technical expertise and innovation. The company fosters a collaborative work culture, offering competitive daily rates and opportunities for professional growth within a critical production estate. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of hybrid working and a supportive team dedicated to excellence.
Contact Details:
TALENT INTERNATIONAL UK LTD Recruitment Team
