DevOps

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Pure Resourcing Solutions
A unique and exciting opportunity to join one of Cambridge’s leading “scale-up” businesses. We are looking for a skilled DevOps/Sysadmin with a broad range of experience across infrastructure, software, IT and IT security/cyber. On offer is hybrid working with close access from the A14. This business builds and delivers software and services that truly changes peoples lives! Details as follows: Key responsibilities:– Infrastructure support: Linux servers management (rolling updates, allocation of required disk and memory resources), backups, configuration and security of networks and Linux systems – Application support: configuration of web hosting services (Apache HTTP servers), database maintenance and ideally also CI pipelines definition (we use Bitbucket) – Business operations support: Google workspace Drive and Device management.Other duties: -Manage and maintain hosting sites to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security- Administer databases to support the storage and retrieval of educational content, user data, and other critical information- Implement and maintain backup solutions to safeguard against data loss and ensure business continuity.- Conduct regular security assessments, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests to identify and address potential security risks.- Monitor system logs, analyse security incidents, and respond to incidents in a timely manner.- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive measures to prevent downtime.Qualifications:– Proven experience as a system administrator or similar, with a focus on hosting sites, databases, and information security.- Proficiency in administering Linux server environments.- Strong understanding of information security principles, standards, and best practices. Experience with ISO 27001 is highly advantageous. – Knowledge of web hosting technologies highly advantageous, including any of the following- Apache, Nginx, MySQL, MongoDB, Django and PWAs, their rolling updates, red/black deployments and roll-backs.- Experience with virtualisation technologies such as Docker and with continuous integration pipelines (e.g. Bitbucket pipelines) is a plus.Great salary and benefits, hybrid working and modern offices with close A14 access and parking.Growing business with excellent opportunities for progression, training and development.