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Wintel Engineer
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You will be working for an organisation that is based in Cumbria. The requirement is to be predominantly on-site. The rate is inside scope of IR35 and the role requires someone with active SC Clearance. Anyone without active SC Clearance will not be considered for the role.
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Our client is seeking an experienced SC Cleared Wintel Engineer to support the delivery of critical infrastructure work within the Nexus Project. This role will involve hands-on server and infrastructure build activities within a secure environment, ensuring all work meets required security, governance and technical standards. The successful candidate must be willing to work to SQEP standards and obtain a P4 Pass if not already held.
Key Responsibilities
- Build, configure and deploy Windows server infrastructure within secure environments.
- Produce high-quality Low-Level Designs (LLDs) and Build Guides.
- Support physical server installation and infrastructure build activities on client sites.
- Ensure infrastructure is delivered in accordance with security policies, data protection requirements and build standards.
- Work closely with the Portfolio Manager and Technical Lead to achieve project objectives.
- Maintain technical documentation and support project assurance activities.
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Essential Experience
- Active SC Clearance.
- Strong background as a Wintel Infrastructure Engineer.
- Experience delivering infrastructure solutions for UK Government, Defence, or other highly secure environments.
- Strong understanding of secure infrastructure build standards and data security requirements.
- Proven experience producing detailed technical documentation, including LLDs and Build Guides.
- Experience working within regulated and security-conscious environments.
Desirable Experience
- Previous delivery experience within Public Sector & Defence (PS&D) environments.
- Experience working with Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) organisations.
- Familiarity with accreditation, assurance and secure delivery frameworks.
- Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure transformation programmes.
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Additional Information
- Active SC Clearance is mandatory.
- Candidates must be prepared to work to SQEP requirements and obtain a P4 Pass.
- Regular on-site attendance will be required due to the nature of the environment and server build activities.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills are essential.
What you'll need to succeed
Active SC Clearance required and willingness to be on-site 5 days a week.
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