Linux Infrastructure Engineer

Forward Role Secure; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Role Secure is seeking a Linux Infrastructure Engineer to own and evolve the Linux stack across on‑prem, virtualised and cloud environments. You will drive automation, security hardening, and resilience while shaping the cloud strategy and deployment practices.

You will work with AWS/Azure/GCP, containers, and IaC tools to deliver scalable, reliable infrastructure and improved service performance across the estate.

Qualifications

• Hands-on configuration management experience with Ansible, Puppet or Chef.
• Cloud platform knowledge across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls).
• Experience with monitoring/logging tools (Nagios/Prometheus/Splunk).
• Exposure to containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes) and virtualization (VMware/KVM/Hyper‑V).

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support Linux infrastructure across physical, virtual, and cloud environments.
• Automate provisioning and configuration using Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform.
• Drive performance tuning, capacity planning, and proactive system monitoring.
• Own root cause analysis and resolve complex infra/OS issues.
• Manage patching, backups, and disaster recovery processes.
• Hardening systems and embedding security best practices.
• Support deployments, migrations, and new software releases.
• Act as go-to 2nd/3rd line infra support.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive service improvements.

Skills

Ansible

Puppet

Chef

AWS

Azure

GCP

Networking basics

Nagios

Prometheus

Splunk

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware

KVM

Hyper-V

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

Are you a Linux specialist who thrives on building resilient, high-performing infrastructure? We're looking for a Linux Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of the systems that keep business-critical services running — with real scope to shape automation, security, and cloud strategy along the way.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing, implementing, and supporting Linux infrastructure (RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS) across physical, virtual, and cloud environments
• Automating provisioning and configuration using Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform
• Driving performance tuning, capacity planning, and proactive system monitoring
• Owning root cause analysis and resolving complex infrastructure/OS-level issues
• Managing patching, backups, and disaster recovery processes
• Hardening systems and embedding security best practice across the estate
• Supporting deployments, migrations, and new software releases
• Acting as a go-to for 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support
• Partnering with cross-functional teams to drive service improvements

What You'll Bring

• Hands-on configuration management experience (Ansible, Puppet, or Chef)
• Cloud platform knowledge — AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, firewalls)
• Monitoring/logging tool experience (Nagios, Prometheus, Splunk)
• Exposure to containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) and virtualisation (VMware, KVM, Hyper‑V)
• A sharp troubleshooting mindset and comfort working at pace

Nice to Have

• Infrastructure-as-Code experience (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• CI/CD pipeline and DevOps exposure
• LDAP, DNS, or identity management experience
• Familiarity with security frameworks and compliance standards
• Experience in secure or regulated environments
• A degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• RHCSA, RHCE, or CompTIA Linux+ certification

Why Apply?

This is a chance to work on infrastructure that genuinely matters — with the autonomy to automate, harden, and modernise as you go, backed by excellent benefits and a salary that reflects your expertise.