Unix System Administrator at UK Atomic Energy Authority UKAEA

In the quest to address the escalating global demand for electricity by 2050, the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is at the forefront of pioneering fusion energy solutions. Fusion, the transformative process powering the sun and stars, stands as a beacon of hope for delivering cleaner, carbon-free energy to meet the world’s pressing needs. Collaborating with industry and research partners, UKAEA is dedicated to realising fusion energy and integrating it into the power grid through cutting-edge advancements.

UKAEA’s mission is underpinned by core values: Innovation, Commitment, Trust, and Collaboration. If you are passionate about contributing to the future of sustainable energy, we invite you to be part of our dynamic team.

Job Description:

As a valued member of the UKAEA family, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including an outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, corporate bonus opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a commitment to employee well-being through programs like the Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.

The UNIX Systems Group, an integral part of the Computing Division at UKAEA, is seeking skilled individuals to join as Unix Systems Administrators. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in the technical design and implementation of UNIX/Linux/Solaris systems, predominantly Linux and Solaris, within the Enterprise Infrastructure Solutions Unit. This unit actively supports application deployment, network infrastructure management, security, server and storage configurations, end-user compute, and device management.

Key Responsibilities:

– Maintain and configure UNIX-based systems, including JET data warehouse, Firewall Tunnelling system, Sunray Servers, backup HPC clusters, and general-purpose servers, ensuring optimal performance and security compliance.

– Provide support and maintenance for applications running on Solaris, Linux, and other UNIX-based platforms.

– Collaborate with the Information & Cyber Security team to implement access controls, security policies, and protocols for safeguarding against unauthorized access and potential threats.

– Develop and manage OS and application configurations, ensuring consistency across all managed machines.

– Ensure timely application of patches, updates, firmware, and security fixes, maintaining system integrity and minimising vulnerabilities.

– Offer 1st and 2nd level support for UNIX systems.

Qualifications:

Essential Requirements:

– HND equivalent in a relevant STEM subject or equivalent experience.

– Significant practical experience managing Linux or Solaris Systems.

– Experience with configuration management tools such as Cfengine or Ansible.

– Good understanding of current network protocols.

– Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Desirable Requirements:

– Proficiency in writing well-documented code in high-level languages or scripts such as Java, C, Python, or Perl.

– Experience in preparing technical aspects for procurements, considered advantageous.

– Hands-on experience with Solaris 10 and Solaris 11.

– Expertise in configuring and managing Solaris Global zones.

– Experience in managing Linux systems at scale.

– Experience managing ZS appliances.

Additional Information:

We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, including individuals from black and other ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and women. Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion is championed by our Executive team, supported by our EDI Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors. We strive to enhance diversity within our organization through best practices in recruitment and selection.