Information Technology Support Engineer

IT Support Engineer 60,000 Barrow-in-Furness (On-site, 5 days/week)Join an international leader in technology services as a Unix/Linux Support Engineer, keeping critical systems running smoothly for a major defence programme. Youll be hands-on with Solaris (10 & 11, ideally 8 & 9 too) and Linux (Red Hat) environments, solving complex technical problems and making a real operational impact.If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.What youll doMonitor, maintain, and support Unix/Linux systems in production & dev environmentsResolve incidents, service requests, and system alerts in line with SLAsPerform patching, updates, and routine system checks to optimise performance & securityTroubleshoot software, hardware, and connectivity issues for end-usersManage user accounts, permissions, file systems, and security best practicesWrite scripts (Bash/Python) to automate processes and improve efficiencyCreate and maintain technical documentationProvide on-call support on a rotaWhat youll bringProven Unix/Linux support & admin experienceSolaris (10 & 11, ideally 8 & 9 too) + Linux Red HatScripting skills in Bash or PythonExperience with Ansible, Docker/Mirantis/Podman, and VMware tools (VROPS a bonus)Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer service skillsAbility to translate technical details for non-technical usersEligibilitySole UK nationals onlyMust be SC clearance eligibleAble to work on-site in Barrow-in-Furness 5 days/weekSalary: 60,000 + benefits

Created: 2025-11-14