Linux Engineer/Administrator

Reference: LE-1305_1778686744

Linux Engineer (Red Hat) - SC Cleared

UK Wide (100% Remote)
Active SC Clearance Required

We're hiring a mid-level Linux Engineer to support and maintain enterprise platforms across multiple UK public sector clients. This is a fully remote role where you'll work within a collaborative infrastructure team, solving problems and ensuring stable, secure environments.


The Role

  • Build, configure, and administer Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 8/10) systems
  • Support day-to-day operations, incidents, and platform stability
  • Perform system administration, patching, and performance tuning
  • Troubleshoot issues across distributed environments
  • Contribute to ongoing platform improvements and automation
  • Work across mixed estates with some Unix (AIX) exposure

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years Linux Engineering experience (mid-level)
  • Strong experience with RHEL (v8 essential, v10 desirable)
  • Proven ability in system administration, server builds, and configuration
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Some Unix/AIX exposure (preferred)
  • Active SC Clearance (must not be expired)

What You'll Get

  • Competitive salary
  • 10% pension
  • Performance-related bonus (up to ~10%)
  • Fully remote working anywhere in the UK
  • Supportive team environment working on public sector platforms

Additional Info

  • On-call rota: 1 week in 6-7 (low call-out volume, standby required)
  • Backfill role due to retirement
  • 1-stage interview: 1-hour technical with Manager/Lead

GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

£50,000.00 - £55,000.00
Per annum
GBP50000 - GBP55000 per annum + 10% Pension, bonus

United Kingdom

Permanent

Added 13/05/2026
Reference: LE-1305_1778686744

Linux Engineer/Administrator

United Kingdom
Permanent

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