Competitive
About the Role
Based in London, this full-time Linux SME post with ed Resourcing Ltd forms part of a wider modernisation programme. The successful candidate will review an estate of roughly fifteen servers, examining configurations and dependencies to build a clear picture of what is currently in place. Working hands-on, they will identify technical risks and issues, then help shape the next steps for the client. A hybrid pattern applies, with time split between South London and remote working. The engagement is short-term consultancy, outside IR35, and carries a competitive salary. Applicants should demonstrate deep knowledge of Linux infrastructure, strong diagnostic abilities, and confidence assessing server environments.
Linux Infrastructure Consultant – Short-Term Diagnostic Engagement Location: South London, hybrid
Engagement: Short-term consultancy
Outside IR35
We’re looking for an experienced Linux Infrastructure Specialist to come in for a short diagnostic engagement and help our client get a clear picture of their current Linux estate.
The environment consists of around 15 Linux servers, and this engagement will form part of a wider modernisation programme. They are looking for someone hands-on who can get under the bonnet, understand what’s currently in place, identify any issues or risks, and help shape the next steps.
What you'll be doing
- Reviewing and assessing the existing Linux server estate
- Understanding the current setup, configurations and dependencies
- Identifying potential risks, technical debt and areas for improvement
- Highlighting opportunities for modernisation
- Providing clear findings and practical recommendations
- Helping us understand what the future Linux environment could look like
- Strong hands-on Linux infrastructure / administration experience
- Experience working across Linux server estates
- Confident troubleshooting and investigating existing environments
- Good understanding of infrastructure modernisation
- Able to work independently and quickly get to grips with an unfamiliar environment
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings clearly
This is a short, diagnostic-focused engagement and would suit someone who enjoys getting stuck into an environment, figuring out how things work and providing an honest assessment of what needs to change.
If you're a Linux specialist available for a short engagement and this sounds like your kind of work, we'd love to hear from you.
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