Damia Group
Unix Engineer
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UNIX Engineer
Location: Barrow-in-Furness (On-site)
Security Clearance: SC Cleared or Eligible to Obtain SC
Employment Type: Contract Inside IR35
Damia Group is a specialist technology recruitment partner, supporting the delivery of critical programmes across the Defence, Government and National Security sectors. We are currently seeking an experienced UNIX Engineer to join a high-profile programme supporting complex enterprise infrastructure within a secure environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work on large-scale, business-critical UNIX platforms, contributing to infrastructure resilience, system modernisation and ongoing operational support.
The Role
As a UNIX Engineer, you will play a key role in the administration, support and enhancement of enterprise Oracle Solaris environments. You'll work alongside infrastructure specialists to deliver resilient, secure and high-performing UNIX platforms supporting mission-critical services.
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- Administer, support and maintain Oracle Solaris environments across enterprise infrastructure.
- Configure and manage Logical Domains (LDOMs) on Oracle T-Series hardware.
- Deliver UNIX migration and upgrade projects with minimal service disruption.
- Design, implement and support high-availability clustering solutions.
- Monitor system performance and proactively resolve complex technical issues.
- Work closely with infrastructure, application and project teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Ensure systems remain compliant with security standards and operational best practices.
- Produce and maintain technical documentation where required.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong commercial experience administering Oracle Solaris environments.
- Hands-on expertise with LDOM (Logical Domains) configuration and management.
- Experience supporting Oracle T-Series servers (T5, T7 and T8).
- Proven background delivering UNIX migration and upgrade projects.
- Experience implementing and supporting resilient cluster technologies.
- Solid understanding of UNIX networking, storage and security.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills within enterprise environments.
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Desirable Skills
- Oracle Solaris certifications or equivalent UNIX qualifications.
- Experience working within large-scale enterprise or government environments.
- Automation and scripting experience using Shell, Python or similar technologies.
- Knowledge of infrastructure automation and system optimisation.
Security Requirements
Due to the nature of this programme, applicants must:
- Hold, or be eligible to obtain, SC Security Clearance.
- Be a sole UK British National (dual nationality cannot be considered).
- Be comfortable working within highly secure environments handling sensitive information.
Location
This role requires on-site attendance in Barrow-in-Furness as part of the project delivery, so candidates should be able to commute or relocate as required.
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