Platform Administrator - SC Cleared - £425 per day - Inside IR35
Currently on the lookout for a Platform Administrator to support with a Public Sector project. The contract will be 12 months with an occasional trip to to the office which would be once a month.
Key Responsibilities:
* Administer and maintain the ServiceNow platform, facilitating custom solution builds to meet project needs.
* Develop, run, and manage Linux shell scripts, focusing on string manipulation and task automation.
* Install, configure, and manage databases such as MySQL or MariaDB.
* Perform software packaging/unpackaging, and handle secure setups using SSL certificates, Java Keystore, and LDAP/SSO brokers (e.g., Keycloak).
* Support backup and restore processes, leveraging shell scripts to ensure seamless recoverability.
* Provision compute resources in cloud environments (AWS or Azure) and manage infrastructure processes.
* Troubleshoot technical issues independently and provide resolutions in a timely manner.
* Maintain a deep understanding of system infrastructure and act as a key point of contact for platform stability.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* Strong expertise in Linux administration and scripting (e.g., Bash, Shell).
* Experience working in cloud environments (AWS or Azure), including provisioning and management of compute resources.
* Familiarity with database installation and management (e.g., MySQL, MariaDB).
* Proficiency with backup processes and understanding shell script-based recovery systems.
* Hands-on experience with SSL certificate management, Java Keystore, and configuration of LDAP/SSO brokers.
* Solid troubleshooting skills and the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Nice to Have:
* Experience in ServiceNow application development.
* Familiarity with infrastructure processes and the ability to grow into supporting broader system architecture.
If you are available and want to hear more please apply!
Platform Administrator - SC Cleared - £425 per day - Inside IR35