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Overview
Network Administrator (DevOps)The Network Administrator will be responsible for the day-to-day management and support of the network, systems, and servers for the company. This is a crucial role in ensuring the network infrastructure is optimised for performance and resilience, and mentoring support staff in network infrastructure best practice. The role combines hands-on support whilst contributing to the improvement of key systems. There is an opportunity for this role to develop into a full time DevOps supporting the product pipeline.Network Administrator Responsibilities
Maintain, support, and develop servers, and applicationsImplement procedures for reliable backup and restoration and security controls (e.g. anti-virus software)Develop and manage network monitoring and security processesCoordinate and implement upgrades in accordance with service commitmentsProactively monitor resources to predict and prevent capacity issuesSupport system maintenance, security checks, and oversee backup proceduresMaintain Active Directory, adhering to data protection and retention policiesManage documentation and change control processes for, servers, and applicationsContribute to strategic planning for future IT requirements aligned with company growth and compliance needs (e.g. ISO27001, GDPR, DCC)Actively promote team values and adhere to all relevant company policiesDevOps Responsibilities
Implement and manage DevOps pipelines for AI and computer vision productsIntegrate MLOps practices for data versioning, experiment tracking and model deploymentCollaborate with the Technology team to ensure DevOps workflows accelerate product delivery and supportEnsure strong data management, storage and backup solutions, including support for high volume sensor dataImplement secure update and patching mechanisms for distributed field deployed systemsSpecify IT hardware and software for procurementEssential Skills
Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking, security and compliance frameworksExperience in managing, servers, systems and applicationsHands on expertise in Linux systems administrationKnowledge of Windows server management, Active Directory, DNS, MS ExchangeExperience managing firewall configuration and enterprise anti-virus softwareExperience in managing and maintaining VMware (Hypervisor)Service-oriented with effective communication skillsAbility to prioritize workload under minimal supervisionUndergraduate degree or equivalent working experienceDesirable Skills
Experience with DevOps practices including:
CI/CD pipeline design and automationContainerisation and orchestrationMonitoring and observability tools
Experience in the defence or advanced technology sectorFamiliarity with GPU based computer environmentsFamiliarity with MLOps and associated toolingFamiliarity with data pipelinesFamiliarity with Infrastructure as CodeFamiliarity with security integration in DevOps i.e. DevSecOpsEssential Tools
Ubuntu and Red Hat LinuxWindows 365 environmentDesirable Tools
Alpine LinuxGitlab CI, JenkinsDocker, KubernetesTerraform, AnsibleAdditional tools as requiredBenefits
Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance25 Days holiday not including bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 daysFlexible hybrid working arrangementsContinuous professional development including incentivesAccess to online Udemy training facility to support grade specific learning pathwaysElectric car schemeBike to work schemePrivate health care (BUPA)Job well done schemeEmployer assistance schemeAbout Us
Synoptix was formed in 2011 to provide engineering solutions across various technical industries. We have evolved from a company established and focussed on Systems Thinking principles into an Engineering company providing solutions and services across three key capabilities: Systems, Cyber and InfoSec and Technology. What makes us stand out is how we engage in the crossover areas between these disciplines, combining our strengths to provide a truly bespoke, market leading approach. Our engineering competence is bolstered by expertise in commercial, legal, financial and resource, thereby ensuring that we uphold excellence in our product and service offerings.Please note that due to the nature of our projects we can only accept Sole UK National candidates who will need to be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.By applying to this position, you are confirming that you consent to the retention of your personal data. Your data is held securely on our own premises and under the terms of the Data Protection Act (2018). It will be treated as confidential, and will not be transferred to any third party, or to any other jurisdiction without your consent. We will not hold any data for any longer than is necessary for us to fulfil our obligations and will remove any data at your written ..... full job details .....