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Senior Infrastructure Engineer
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Work on technology that directly supports Defence and UK Security.
We're seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer with VMware, Windows, Linux, and secure cloud infrastructure experience. You'll design, build, and support secure digital platforms for Defence and UK Security organisations.
Permanent role, up to £85,000 plus benefits, based in Farnborough. You must be able to commute to site five days per week, hold sole UK nationality, and possess, or be eligible to obtain, SC/DV clearance.
About the Senior Infrastructure Engineer role
As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you'll join a team delivering secure digital solutions for Defence and Security customers. Working alongside architects, engineers, and consultants, you'll help build and support mission-critical infrastructure where security, reliability, and operational effectiveness are paramount.
As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you will:
- Design, build, and support secure infrastructure across complex environments.
- Administer and optimise VMware, Windows, and Linux platforms.
- Support Azure, Microsoft 365, and hybrid cloud services.
- Drive Secure by Design principles across projects and platforms.
- Automate infrastructure deployments and operational processes.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues.
- Provide technical leadership to customers and the delivery team.
- Contribute to solution design, bids, and business growth activities.
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Essential Skills for the Senior Infrastructure Engineer include:
- VMware vSphere, vCenter, and VCF.
- Windows Server administration.
- Linux administration.
- Secure infrastructure build, deployment, and support.
Desirable Skills
- Azure and Microsoft 365 administration.
- Red Hat OpenShift.
- Kubernetes administration.
- Networking.
- PowerShell and Ansible automation.
- Terraform and Infrastructure as Code.
- DevSecOps tooling.
- Experience working in Agile environments.
In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including:
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- Salary up to £85,000 dependent on experience.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Private medical cover.
- Life assurance.
- 10% employer pension contribution with 5% employee contribution.
- Company performance bonus.
- Professional development and certification support.
- Secure onsite parking, gym, café, and restaurant.
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to work on technology that directly supports Defence and UK Security, delivering solutions that make a genuine difference to critical operations.
You'll join a growing team of specialists working at the forefront of secure digital engineering, cloud technologies, and infrastructure innovation. With significant investment in training, career development, and emerging technologies, this role offers an excellent opportunity to deepen your technical expertise and progress into technical leadership.
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