DXC Technology
Junior Linux System Admin
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Junior Linux System Administrator – Platinum Account Role
At DXC Technology, delivering excellence for our customers and colleagues is more than a motto—it’s a daily commitment. Every day, we deliver mission-critical services in a secure environment while promoting people-first values, strong team cohesion, and a healthy work-life balance. With consistently positive customer feedback and continued growth, we affirm our place as one of the world’s leading IT solutions enterprises, capable of tackling both straightforward and complex challenges.
We believe in the power of diverse talent and base our recruitment decisions on your skills and experience—not who you know. Our campaign for inclusion and equality is ongoing, and we foster a culture where collaboration, learning, and individual growth are at the heart of our success. At DXC, personal development isn’t optional—it’s essential both for you and for the organization. We provide comprehensive training, tools, and resources to help our colleagues continually upskill, ensuring we stay innovative and operationally nimble.
The Role
One of our platinum accounts is currently looking to onboard Junior Linux System Administrators at various experience levels. The ideal candidate will thrive in a cross-team environment, bringing innovation, analytical thinking, and a meticulous eye for detail. This role focuses on implementing standards, policies, and procedures to drive continuous service improvement.
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Core Responsibilities
- Provide first- and second-line technical support for incidents and problems
- Monitor system performance and ensure seamless operational functionality
- Create, maintain, and leverage comprehensive documentation
- Assist in process compliance and policy adherence
What You Bring to the Team
The right candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Familiarity with ITIL best practices
- A problem-solver’s mindset, eager to identify root causes
- Commitment to knowledge-sharing and continuous learning
- A proactive approach to risk identification and analysis
Desirable Skills & Technologies
Proficiency or familiarity with the following would be advantageous:
- UNIX/Linux systems (Red Hat, Debian, Solaris, AIX)
- Shell scripting (Bash, KornShell)
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
- Tools like Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Chef
- Process & job control (cron, at, systemd timers)
- Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NFS, SSH, FTP)
- Filesystem management (LVM, ext4, XFS, ZFS)
- Performance tuning & monitoring (top, vmstat, iostat, sar, netstat)
- Experience with automation avenues, particularly Ansible or Puppet
- Scripting knowledge (Bash, Python + version control with Git)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS
- Exposure to virtualisation & containers (KVM, VMware, Docker, Podman)
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Why Join DXC?
We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Pension scheme
- DXC Select – a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Private medical/health insurance
- Gym memberships
- Perks at Work – discounts on tech, groceries & travel
- DXC Incentives:
- Recognition programs
- Free employee lunches
- Regular social & networking events
Our Commitment to You
At DXC, we believe strong collaboration and community drive success. Our work model blends in-person collaboration with flexible support, ensuring your wellbeing, productivity, and individual work style remain aligned. We’re dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Recruitment Safety Note
Beware of employment fraud. DXC never:
- Extends job offers via unsecured channels (e.g., random emails)
- Asks for money or payments as a recruitment requirement
- Requests that job applications purchase IT equipment or other materials For guidance on employment scams, visit DXC’s official fraud resources.
--- Note: Additional details regarding systems availability are pending discussion with relevant teams.
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