Isr Recruitment Limited
Linux Engineer
Linux Engineer at Isr Recruitment Limited, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. This is a contract role with remote working.
- Pay
- Not given by the employer
- Hours and contract
- Contract · Remote
- Location
- Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Closing date
- Sector
- DevOps Engineer
Reference 5419201040
About the role
Linux Engineer * 3-month contract (initially) * Remote Working * Outside-IR35 * Market Rates (c£500 to £525 per day) The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to support the remediation, migration and security improvement of critical Linux-based services within a public sector environment. The role will involve upgrading Debian production environments, migrating an existing Solaris/HSCN service to a replacement Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) platform, strengthening SSH/SFTP security and improving automation, monitoring and operational supportability. Skills and Experience: * Strong Linux systems administration and engineering experience. * Hands-on experience with Debian and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). * Experience supporting production upgrades, service migrations and cutovers. * Strong knowledge of SSH/SFTP, Linux security and account management. * Scripting and automation skills, alongside monitoring, troubleshooting and technical documentation. * This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Linux Engineer with strong production support, migration and security experience. Role and Responsibilities: * Undertake technical discovery, reviewing existing infrastructure, configurations, service dependencies and migration requirements. * Complete Debian production upgrades, validate services and establish a supported baseline. * Design, build and configure the replacement RHEL service, including migration, production cutover and validation. * Implement security controls, account-management improvements and SSH/SFTP configuration changes. * Improve automation, transfer scripts, housekeeping processes and monitoring. * Produce operational runbooks, transfer knowledge to the support team and document residual risks and recommendations. N.B. Candidates will have or be willing to undergo a basic level of security clearance prior to starting the role (5-7 days lead time) Applications: To learn more about this newly created opportunity consulting as a Linux Engineer for an initial 3-month temporary contract engagement, consulting on a remote-working basis; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR or please send through a copy of your latest online profile and/or CV for an immediate call back in the strictest confidence. xjnqpsq Please contact Edward here at ISR to learn more about our client leading the way in developing the next-generation of healthcare solutions through innovation and transformational technology?
Reference: 5419201040 · Posted 1 day ago · Closes 21 Dec 2026 · Listed via Isr Recruitment Limited
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