Bristol
An exciting opportunity for a passionate Linux enthusiast to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to driving innovation, optimising performance to empower MBDA through world class Linux solutions.
Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site depending on business need (i.e. we may require more than two days onsite during some working weeks).
Security Clearance: British National Only.
This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.
What we can offer you:
- Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary
- Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
- Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
- Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
- Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more…
The opportunity:
Join our forward thinking team as Linux Infrastructure Specialist, where you play a critical role in ensuring stability, security and efficiency of our Linux based systems. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional to manage and evolve our infrastructure, including VMWare and storage environments, and ensuring our standard operating builds meet the highest benchmarks for compliance, performance and business needs.
As part of our teams, you'll collaborate with cross-functional departments, drive system enhancements and contribute to key decision that shape the future of our infrastructure.
If you are looking to leverage your technical skills in a values led company that values innovation and diversity, this is the place to make an impact.
What we're looking for from you:
- Strong understanding of the Linux operating system, primarily RedHat for managing, troubleshooting and optimising performance.
- Knowledge of scripting (bash, python) for automation tasks and a good understanding of ansible to automate deployment and configuration tasks.
- Good experience working with Virtualisation (VMWare) and storage (NetApp) technologies.
- Knowledge of containerisation platforms (Docker, kubernetes) would be an advantage
- Strong logical troubleshooting skills to evaluate complex problems and devise effective solutions.
- Good understanding of monitoring and logging tools to ensure continuity of service.
- Excellent customer service, teamwork and stakeholder management skills.
Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given
MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.
We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more…
We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.
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