Solaris Engineer - Security Clearance - Contract - Remote

Solaris Engineer – Senior UNIX Specialist

Remote | SC Clearance (essential) | 24/7 Environment

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Solaris Engineer with Security Clearance to support mission-critical infrastructure across production, DR, and development environments.

You will provide 3rd Line support for Solaris platforms, ensuring stability, performance, and resilience across a complex UNIX/Linux estate, while contributing to ongoing infrastructure and cloud-aligned initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver 3rd Line support for Solaris UNIX systems
  • Manage Solaris environments (patching, upgrades, performance tuning)
  • Support virtualisation (Zones / LDOMs)
  • Troubleshoot across Solaris, AIX, RHEL, SUSE
  • Develop shell scripting automation (Bash/KSH)
  • Support 24/7 production environments and DR readiness

Essential Skills

  • Strong experience in Solaris UNIX (core requirement)
  • Proven 3rd Line / senior support background
  • Knowledge of Solaris virtualisation
  • Experience across UNIX/Linux platforms
  • Strong scripting and troubleshooting capability
  • SC clearance eligibility

Please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV

Job Details

Company
Reed
Location
Basingstoke, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Temporary
Salary
£400 - £500 per day, Inc benefits
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