Red Hat Linux Engineer (24x7 Onsite Support, Erskine)

DXC Technology; Erskine; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a skilled Red Hat Linux Engineer to provide 24x7 onsite support in Erskine. This role offers a competitive salary with a shift allowance and requires expertise in Linux systems, problem-solving abilities, and excellent teamwork skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, contributing to infrastructure projects and ensuring optimal system performance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and 35% shift allowance

Opportunities for professional development and certification

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Collaborative and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Linux Engineer, focused on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Familiarity with virtualization and cloud platforms is preferred.
• Must be a UK sole national.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Red Hat Linux systems.
• Implement and manage system security measures.
• Document configurations and procedures.

Skills

Linux system administration

Networking

Security

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE)

Experience as a Linux Engineer

Tools

Bash

Python

Perl

Ansible

Puppet

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title: Red Hat Linux Engineer (24x7 Onsite Support)

Location: Erskine

Job Type: Full-Time, Shift-Based (24x7)

Clearance -UK Sole national eligible for SC and DV

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Red Hat Linux Engineer to join our team. This role involves providing round-the-clock onsite support to ensure the stability, security, and performance of our Linux-based systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment.Applicants must be UK sole nationalsdue to the nature of the work and security requirements.Candidates must also demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot Red Hat Linux systems to ensure optimal performance and uptime
• Perform system installations, configurations, and upgrades, adhering to best practices
• Respond promptly to incidents, resolving issues within defined SLAs
• Implement and manage system security measures, including patch management and vulnerability assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure projects and deployments
• Develop and maintain scripts to automate routine tasks and improve system efficiency
• Document system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps
• Participate in a rotating shift schedule of 2 days, 2 nights, followed by 4 days off to provide 24x7 support, including weekends and holidays
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Linux Engineer, with expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
• Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCSA, RHCE) are highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of Linux system administration, networking, and security
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl
• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Must be a UK sole national
• Must be willing to learn and adapt to new technologies and challenges
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g., VMware, KVM)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Understanding of ITIL processes and incident management
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary and 35% shift allowance
• Opportunities for professional development and certification
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment

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