Linux Infrastructure Engineer

Job Title: Contract Linux Infrastructure Engineer Contract Duration: 6 Months (Inside IR35) Location: Reading, UK(fully onsite) Clearance Requirement: Active DV clearance(Mandatory) Our client is seeking a highly skilled Linux Infrastructure Engineer on behalf of a leading enterprise technology client for a 6-month contract. This role requires specialized expertise to design, optimize, and maintain secure, large-scale Linux environments. Role & Responsibilities - Deploy, manage, and scale Linux infrastructure (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) across physical and virtual environments. - Automate system administration and provisioning tasks using Bash and Python. - Manage configuration and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Terraform. - Perform troubleshooting, performance tuning, and root-cause analysis for enterprise Linux servers. - Monitor system health and ensure infrastructure aligns with stringent internal security and compliance standards. Technical Requirements - Advanced experience in Linux systems administration and enterprise infrastructure engineering. - Proficiency in scripting (Bash, Python) and automation/configuration management. - Experience with virtualization (VMware, KVM) and enterprise server integrations, including networking, storage, and backup solutions. - Strong working knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) and Linux security best practices. To Apply: Please submit your most recent CV highlighting your relevant Linux engineering experience and confirming your active DV clearance status.