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Job Title:
Infrastructure Engineer Location:
Gloucester, UK Clearance Required:
eDV level security clearance Salary:
55,000 75,000 + excellent benefits + DV bonus About the Role
Our client, a leading organisation within the UK Defence and Security sector, is seeking an
experienced Infrastructure Engineer
to join their on-site technical team based in Gloucester. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly skilled environment, supporting mission-critical IT infrastructure and maintaining secure, stable platforms. Responsibilities include incident response, system optimisation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners. As a trusted recruitment partner, we are supporting our client in finding an engineer with strong hands-on experience and a proactive approach to platform operations in highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day operational support for secure environments, including incident management, change implementation, and routine maintenance. Deliver approved technical changes in line with customer and project requirements. Proactively monitor infrastructure to identify and resolve potential issues. Automate processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error. Support the technical lead in managing platform risk and performance. Apply ITIL v4 principles to support agile and responsive operations. Support platform upgrades, configuration changes, and service improvements. Key Skills & Experience
Essential: Demonstrable experience in IT infrastructure support within a secure, regulated environment, ideally in Defence, Security, or Government sectors. Strong hands-on knowledge in VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, NSX, VCF). Windows Server administration (AD, DNS, DHCP, PKI). Linux system administration. Backup solutions (e.g., Veeam). Containerisation tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Monitoring tools such as Nagios. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and cyber security principles. Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with the ITIL framework and experience working with DevOps or agile teams. Desirable: Experience supporting developers working with microservices, container platforms, and service-oriented architectures. Exposure to public sector delivery or working with UK Government clients. Interested?
Apply now or contact us directly to discuss the role in more detail. We are happy to guide you through the process and provide insights into the client environment and expectations. As an industry-leading recruitment agency, we offer a variety of current permanent and interim opportunities. Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for updates. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Infrastructure Engineer Location:
Gloucester, UK Clearance Required:
eDV level security clearance Salary:
55,000 75,000 + excellent benefits + DV bonus About the Role
Our client, a leading organisation within the UK Defence and Security sector, is seeking an
experienced Infrastructure Engineer
to join their on-site technical team based in Gloucester. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of a highly skilled environment, supporting mission-critical IT infrastructure and maintaining secure, stable platforms. Responsibilities include incident response, system optimisation, and collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners. As a trusted recruitment partner, we are supporting our client in finding an engineer with strong hands-on experience and a proactive approach to platform operations in highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities
Provide day-to-day operational support for secure environments, including incident management, change implementation, and routine maintenance. Deliver approved technical changes in line with customer and project requirements. Proactively monitor infrastructure to identify and resolve potential issues. Automate processes to improve efficiency and reduce human error. Support the technical lead in managing platform risk and performance. Apply ITIL v4 principles to support agile and responsive operations. Support platform upgrades, configuration changes, and service improvements. Key Skills & Experience
Essential: Demonstrable experience in IT infrastructure support within a secure, regulated environment, ideally in Defence, Security, or Government sectors. Strong hands-on knowledge in VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, NSX, VCF). Windows Server administration (AD, DNS, DHCP, PKI). Linux system administration. Backup solutions (e.g., Veeam). Containerisation tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Monitoring tools such as Nagios. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and cyber security principles. Strong documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with the ITIL framework and experience working with DevOps or agile teams. Desirable: Experience supporting developers working with microservices, container platforms, and service-oriented architectures. Exposure to public sector delivery or working with UK Government clients. Interested?
Apply now or contact us directly to discuss the role in more detail. We are happy to guide you through the process and provide insights into the client environment and expectations. As an industry-leading recruitment agency, we offer a variety of current permanent and interim opportunities. Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for updates. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency. #J-18808-Ljbffr