Linux & Network Engineer

MSD IT Services provide the underlying systems and infrastructure delivering IT services across the Medical Sciences Division at the University of Oxford. The division depends on these services to support its world-leading research and teaching activities, and the professional services and administration that aid this. MSD IT support a user base in excess of 6,000 people.

We are looking for a highly motived, experienced individual to join the MSD IT Systems team to help us manage our large and complex Linux, storage and networking estate which is spread across the city of Oxford. This is an exciting time for MSD IT Services as we start a journey to replace, renew and rebuild various services and infrastructure. We are moving the systems management to an automated toolchain, and looking at how we can leverage public cloud.

We are looking for someone who has:

•         Advanced Linux (RedHat/Ubuntu), networking (Cisco/Fortinet) and general IT infrastructure (VMware/SAN) expertise

•         Some coding experience, preferably in python and with web applications

•         DevOps/SRE toolchain experience (ansible, git etc) or a willingness to learn

•         A clear understanding of cybersecurity principles

•         A positive can-do attitude

If your knowledge and experience do not meet all of the above criteria, but you are looking to learn and develop, then we will mentor and train you within our well-established team. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills and enhance your career.

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

•         Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)

•         An excellent contributory pension scheme

•         38 days annual leave

•         A comprehensive range of childcare services

•         Family leave schemes

•         Cycle loan scheme

•         Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

The post is available full time on a permanent basis.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online.  You will be required to upload your CV and a supporting statement as part of your online application. Your supporting statement should list each of the essential and desirable selection criteria, as listed in the job description, and explain how you meet each one. You are not required to download training or qualification certificates.

Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday 26 February 2024 will be considered.  We expect to hold interviews on Thursday 7 March 2024.

Committed to equality and valuing diversity.  The division holds an Athena Swan Silver award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.