IT Systems Engineer - Linux / Cisco

CV Screen; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology business in Witney, Oxford seeks an IT Systems Engineer to manage Linux and Windows server environments, design Cisco networking solutions, and ensure high system performance and security. Offering a salary up to £60,000 plus benefits, this office-based role provides a collaborative culture to make a significant impact across infrastructure.

Benefits

Company pension

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life insurance

On-site gym

Casual dress

Free parking

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Cisco networking (ideally to CCNP level) including routing protocols such as BGP, EIGRP and OSPF.
• Proven background in Linux and Windows server administration.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain both Linux and Windows-based server environments.
• Design, configure and support Cisco networking equipment including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security across multiple datacentres.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and systems issues efficiently.
• Implement and maintain compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Skills

Cisco networking

Linux administration

Windows administration

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Tools

Cisco equipment

Linux

Windows

Job description

IT Systems Engineer - Linux / Cisco
Witney, Oxford | £60,000 + Excellent Benefits | Office-Based

Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a IT Systems Engineer to join a highly respected technology business based in Witney, Oxford. Offering a salary of up to £60,000 plus excellent benefits, this is a fantastic chance to join a well-established company that has been delivering secure and reliable hosting solutions to clients across the UK for over 20 years. With a reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative working culture, this role offers the chance to make a significant impact across their infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain both Linux and Windows-based server environments.
• Design, configure and support Cisco networking equipment including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security across multiple datacentres.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network and systems issues efficiently.
• Implement and maintain compliance with industry standards and best practices.

What Experience is Required

• Strong experience with Cisco networking (ideally to CCNP level) including routing protocols such as BGP, EIGRP and OSPF.
• Proven background in Linux and Windows server administration.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, proactive approach.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience.
• Generous benefits including company pension, cycle-to-work scheme, life insurance, on-site gym, casual dress, and free parking.

Location

The role is office-based in Witney, Oxford and is easily commutable from Oxford, Abingdon, Banbury, Bicester, Swindon, Didcot, and Newbury.

How to Apply

Please apply by sending your CV in strict confidence to Kate Morgan at CV Screen.

Alternate Job Titles

• Systems and Network Engineer
• Infrastructure Engineer
• IT Systems and Network Engineer
• Network Administrator