Computing Systems and Security Engineer

Grade UE07: £40,247 to £47,874 per annum

School of Informatics / CSE

Full time: 35 hours per week

Open ended: permanent

 

The School of Informatics invite applications for a full time Computing Systems and Security Engineer. 

The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced Linux systems manager with a strong interest in security? Are you looking to move into the rapidly developing world of DevSecOps? Do you enjoy scripting and appreciate the need for automation? We have an exciting new role in our Systems team that will involve an interesting variety of work, including the management of the School’s Linux environment and enhancement of the IT security infrastructure.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.  

The salary for this post is £40,247 to £47,874 per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Large-scale Linux system management experience
• Demonstrable scripting skills (preferably Python)
• A good understanding of the computing security threat landscape
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

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Application Information 

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

- CV

- Cover letter

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• Opportunities for continuing professional development.
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. 
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits. 

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality. 

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab)

On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 26th November.

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