TSPV Linux Systems Engineer | Permanent | Canberra

Location: Canberra, ACT

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Security Clearance: Active TSPV – Essential

About the Opportunity

Vertical Scope Group (VSG) is seeking an experienced TSPV Linux Systems Engineer to join a team supporting a critical Defence environment in Canberra.

This is a permanent opportunity for a hands-on Linux professional who enjoys maintaining secure, reliable infrastructure and supporting the day-to-day operation of mission-critical systems.

The role has a strong focus on Business-as-Usual (BAU) operations, including Linux system administration, patching, maintenance and troubleshooting. The underlying infrastructure supports storage and database environments, making system stability, availability and security essential.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide BAU support and ongoing administration of Linux-based systems.
- Perform routine system maintenance, patching and security updates.
- Troubleshoot and resolve Linux operating system and infrastructure issues across multiple technical layers.
- Support the infrastructure underpinning enterprise storage and database environments.
- Monitor system health, investigate incidents and help maintain system availability.
- Identify and resolve operational issues, escalating complex problems where required.




- Work collaboratively with technical teams to maintain the reliability, security and performance of critical systems.
- Follow established operational procedures and security requirements within a Defence environment.

Skills and Experience

- Demonstrated experience in Linux Systems Administration or Linux Systems Engineering.
- Robust knowledge of Linux operating systems, system maintenance and patch management.
- Proven troubleshooting skills across operating systems and infrastructure layers.
- Experience supporting enterprise infrastructure in a BAU or operational support environment.
- Understanding of storage and database infrastructure.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to incident resolution.
- Ability to work effectively in a highly secure and structured technical environment.
- Must hold an active TSPV security clearance.

Why Join?

- Secure a permanent role supporting a critical Defence environment.
- Apply your Linux expertise to essential infrastructure operations.
- Work on systems where reliability, security and operational performance matter.

Vertical Scope Group values diversity and encourages applications from veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

📌 Linux System Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Vertical Scope Group
📍 Canberra