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Infrastructure Engineer
DVSA Cloud Infrastructure Team Engineer – Permanent
Location: Bristol, Swansea, Leeds, Nottingham, Newcastle, Oldham (Chadderton), Birmingham (Garretts Green), or Uxbridge. (Currently based in Uxbridge, relocating to Yeading in 2028 during estates work.)
Location Notes:
- Temporary posting in Uxbridge due to redevelopment.
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,000 applicable for the duration.
Salary: £35,663 per annum Type: Permanent
About the Role
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) ensures road safety through rigorous vehicle testing and regulatory measures. The Cloud Infrastructure Engineering team underpins critical IT services nationwide, prioritising user experience, security, efficiency, and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
Focuses on second/third-line IT support, bridging Service Desk and domain-specific experts. Responsibilities include:
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Incident & Problem Management
- Maintenance of core infrastructure services across cloud platforms.
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Service Modernisation
- Delivering new/dynamically updated infrastructure aligned with business and user needs for maximum impact.
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Automation & Efficiency
- Driving automation initiatives across cloud applications.
- Enterprise-wide modernisation with tools like Microsoft 365, Azure, Meraki, Dynamics 365, Intune, Apple Automated Device Enrolment.
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System & Device Management
- Monitoring/optimising servers, networks, backups & end-user devices for performance and uptime.
- Deploying/configuring servers, device software, and enterprise applications.
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Security Compliance & Threat Reduction
- Implementing/monitoring security controls.
- Adhering to regulatory requirements and safeguarding systems.
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Documentation & Collaboration
- Maintaining structured records of configurations, processes & troubleshooting.
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Leadership & Growth
- Line-managing Junior Infrastructure Engineers, nurturing career development.
- Supporting line managers in enabling high-performing teams.
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Benefits include:
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- Retirement Scheme: DVSA contributions of 28.97% of your salary.
- Annual Leave: 25 days (+ 1 day annual increment to 30 days), 8 bank holidays + aid anniversary closure (for shared public holidays near the King’s Birthday).
- Flexible Work. DVSA fosters a sustainable work-life balance.
Person Specification
Ideal candidates embody:
✔ Communication & Collaboration: Proactively engages with cross-functional teams to drive shared solutions. ✔ Modern IT Passion: Enthusiasm for leveraging contemporary platforms (IaaS, cloud solutions, M365, Azure, etc.). ✔ Improvement Mindset: Focused on efficiency gains and iterating toward high-quality service delivery. ✔ Technological Agility: Open to new tools/services for the right business solutions. ✔ Continuous Growth: Commitment to upskilling in technology, networks, or the digital workspace.
Enthusiastic about making a tangible difference in defence/sustainability while advancing a rewarding career in IT? Apply today.
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