Linux Infrastructure Engineer (Operational/Remediation Focus)
Contract | Immediate Start

We are urgently seeking experienced Windows and Linux Engineers to join a high-pace operational factory environment delivering large-scale server remediation work. This is a hands-on role focused on building, rebuilding, patching, hardening and troubleshooting Servers - not architecture, design or strategy.

The client requires engineers who can reliably execute, follow standards, and deliver at speed in a security-driven environment.
This is an ideal opportunity for engineers who thrive in operational delivery, remediation programmes, and security compliance work.
Key Responsibilities

• Build, rebuild and bring Windows and Linux Servers online
• Perform server sanity checks and initial configuration
• Apply OS hardening and patching using CIS benchmarks and standard scripts
• Patch operating systems and Linux kernels
• Integrate Servers into security, monitoring and compliance tooling
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues including DNS, networking and connectivity
• Ensure all systems meet audit and security compliance requirements
• Support remediation activities in response to security vulnerabilities, breaches or compliance findings

Technical Environment

• Linux: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 6, 7, 8)
• Windows: Windows Server (modern versions plus some 2003/2008 legacy)
• Virtualisation: VMware
• Security/Tooling:
  
  • Microsoft Intune
  • Microsoft Defender
  • Trend Micro (IDR/XDR)

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong experience administering Windows and/or Linux server environments
• Hands-on experience with:
  
  • Server builds and rebuilds
  • OS patching and Kernel updates
  • OS hardening and security baselining (CIS, NIST or similar standards)
• Solid troubleshooting fundamentals:
  
  • DNS
  • Networking and connectivity
  • Authentication and system services
• Experience working in remediation programmes, security response, vulnerability management or post-incident recovery is highly desirable
• Ability to follow standard build, hardening and operational procedures precisely
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments

Working Pattern

• Shift-based working between 07:00 - 19:00
• Typical shift likely 11:00 - 19:00
• Flexibility required for:
  
  • Occasional out-of-hours work
  • Weekend support when needed
• Shifts overlap with offshore teams in India