QinetiQ
Associate Monitoring Analyst
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Package: £44,550 - £49,500 (salary dependent on experience) + Benefits
Role ID: SF20319
Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Associate Monitoring Analyst at either our Malvern, Farnborough or Boscombe Down, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As an Associate Monitoring Analyst, you’ll provide foundational support for monitoring activities across infrastructure and applications. This entry-level role focuses on learning core monitoring tools, assisting with alert reviews, and contributing to service reliability under supervision. It offers a pathway to develop technical skills and gain exposure to enterprise IT operations while supporting the wide monitoring team.
Day-to-day, you’ll develop in a role where you will be monitoring platforms, infrastructures & applications, general infrastructure maintenance, cloud monitoring, patching & vulnerability scanning and user experience monitoring across an enterprise IT environment with a supportive team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with the setup and basic operation of monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, Splunk, and Azure Monitor maintaining tool stability and sharing observations
- Reviewing alerts and logs with guidance to support incident identification escalating any issues appropriately
- Supporting routine checks on virtual server estates and system software assisting with patching and availability
- Using cloud-native tools to support visibility across hybrid environments and participating in cloud monitoring activities under supervision
- Using basic scripting to automate simple monitoring tasks and learning and applying automation techniques to improve efficiency
- Participating in patching and vulnerability scanning activities under supervision using tools such as Qualys, Nessus, or Microsoft Defender with guidance from senior analysts
Essential experience of the Associate Monitoring Analyst:
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- Exposure to monitoring tools such as Splunk, SolarWinds, or similar platforms through training or hands-on support
- Familiarity with virtualisation platforms and cloud services
- Previous experience working in a 2nd line/3rd line IT role
- Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., PowerShell) and a proactive attitude towards learning
- Introductory understanding of cloud monitoring and hybrid infrastructure
- Strong willingness to learn and contribute to service operations
Essential qualifications for the Associate Monitoring Analyst:
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.
This role is 37 hours per week based at either our Malvern, Farnborough or Boscombe Down site with a minimum average site attendance of three days per week.
To cover shift patterns between 0730-1830 GMT you may be asked to work at specific times.
As part of a commitment to maintaining high service availability and rapid incident response, this role will be required to participate in an on-call rota. This responsibility reflects the trust placed in the role to act swiftly and decisively when critical systems are impacted.
Multi-Site
QinetiQ operates state-of-the-art facilities across the UK that focus on defence, security and technology innovation. These facilities enable QinetiQ to conduct a wide range of research, testing and development activities that support both military and civilian applications helping to advance technology and support national security.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
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Our Recruitment Process:
At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing internal_recruitment@qinetiq.com. One of our recruitment team will contact you.
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Many roles in QinetiQ are subject to national security vetting being completed, applicants who already hold the appropriate level of vetting may be able to transfer it upon appointment. A number of roles are also subject to additional restrictions, which means factors such as nationality or previous nationalities may affect the roles that you can be employed in.
Why Join QinetiQ?
As we continue to grow into new markets around the world, there’s never been a more exciting time to join QinetiQ. The formula for success is our appetite for innovation and having the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges.
As a QinetiQ employee, you’ll experience a unique working environment where teams from different backgrounds, disciplines and experiences enjoy collaborating widely and openly as we undertake this exciting and rewarding journey. Through effective teamwork, and pulling together, you’ll get to experience what happens when we all share different perspectives, blend disciplines, and link technologies; constantly discovering new ways of solving complex problems in a diverse and inclusive environment where you can be authentic, feel valued and realise your full potential. Visit our website to read more about our diverse and inclusive workplace culture. www.qinetiq.com/en/careers/life-at-qinetiq
Our Benefits
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
- Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
- Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
- Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
- We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
- Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
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