Omnichannel Systems Administrator - Linux

The Range; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Plymouth is seeking a skilled Linux Systems Administrator to manage and optimize Linux-based systems, support Windows environments, and ensure compliance with security standards. This full-time, mid-senior level position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing hybrid cloud infrastructure on AWS, and driving process improvements. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in Linux administration and strong networking knowledge.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Linux systems administration experience.
• Experience with Windows environments.
• Understanding of PCI DSS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers.
• Monitor system performance and security.
• Manage user accounts and apply security patches.

Skills

Linux systems administration (Red Hat / CentOS)

Windows support

Networking knowledge (CCNA level)

AWS familiarity

Shell scripting (Bash, Python, Ansible)

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent

Tools

AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC)

Virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM)

Job description

About The Role

Are you a skilled Linux Systems Administrator with a passion for secure, high-performance infrastructure? We’re looking for a proactive and knowledgeable individual to join our IT team. In this role, you’ll manage and optimise our Linux-based systems (primarily Red Hat / CentOS), support Windows environments, and ensure compliance with security standards like PCI DSS. You’ll also work across hybrid cloud environments, especially AWS, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain a stable and scalable infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux servers in physical and virtual environments
• Provide support for Windows workstations as needed
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security
• Troubleshoot networking issues across the TCP/IP stack
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls
• Apply security patches and updates in line with compliance standards
• Support cloud infrastructure, storage, and networking (AWS)
• Implement backup and disaster recovery procedures
• Maintain documentation, change logs, and asset inventories
• Ensure PCI DSS compliance and participate in incident response
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience
• 35 years of Linux systems administration (Red Hat / CentOS)
• Experience with Windows environments
• Strong networking knowledge (CCNA level or equivalent)
• Familiarity with AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC)
• Understanding of PCI DSS and secure system practices
• Proficiency in shell scripting and automation (Bash, Python, Ansible)
• Excellent troubleshooting and documentation skills

Preferred Skills

• RHCSA or higher certification
• CCNA certification or equivalent experience
• Experience with monitoring tools and configuration management
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of virtualization platforms (VMware, KVM)
• Exposure to security hardening and vulnerability management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Long service awards
• Employee discount
• Cycle to work scheme

Position: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:45 am – 17:30 pm.

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Data Infrastructure and Analytics