3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer

Leidos; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to join their team in Huntingdon. The role involves delivering technical services in a critical LAN/WAN environment, working collaboratively within an ITIL framework. Candidates should have extensive experience with Windows Server, RedHat Linux, and VMWare, along with strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers opportunities for career development and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with enterprise-level Windows Server infrastructure.
• Proficiency with RedHat Linux OS and general Linux support skills.
• Experience managing VMWare virtualized environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical services in a critical LAN/WAN environment.
• Work collaboratively in a dynamic ITIL framework.
• Support customer desktop builds and application deployment.

Skills

Windows Server

RedHat Linux

VMWare

Active Directory

Communication

Organizational Skills

ITIL

Agile Methodologies

Tools

NetApp

Dell Storage

Microsoft Exchange

MS SQL Server

Veeam Backup

Ivanti

Job description

Description

Senior 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire UK

Security Clearance Level: High –DV ‘Developed Vetting’

UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL

We are seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join our 3rd Line Service Operations team. The role involves working collaboratively with colleagues and our customer in a critical LAN/WAN environment. The engineer will deliver technical services within a dynamic ITIL framework and incorporate Agile change delivery.

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through diverse and talented people committed to our customers’ success. We empower our teams in the UK to solve complex problems across defence, government, safety, security, and transportation sectors. Our mission, vision, and values underpin our business approach.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

We operate in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work is customer-facing and impactful. We value our staff highly, offering training, career development, and opportunities for progression.

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

• Extensive experience with Windows Server infrastructure at an enterprise level.
• Proficiency with RedHat Linux OS and general Linux support skills.
• Experience managing and maintaining VMWare virtualized environments.
• Deployment and support of Hyper Converged Infrastructure.
• Knowledge of storage technologies such as NetApp & Dell, including troubleshooting.
• Active Directory management within on-premise environments.
• Development of customer desktop builds with bespoke/legacy applications.
• Application packaging and deployment skills.
• Experience managing and supporting Microsoft Exchange (from 2013 onwards).
• Knowledge of MS SQL Server, SQL Database Clustering, and Veeam Backup technology.
• Experience with Ivanti Device & Application Control.
• Patch management skills, including analysis and deployment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work independently and in teams.
• Experience with ITIL ICT service delivery and SAFE Agile methodologies.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities.
• Understanding stakeholder management and organizational skills.
• Quick learner with adaptability to new technologies and skills.
• Previous experience in business or safety-critical environments.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS THAT ARE A PLUS:

• Experience with F5 Load Balancing technology.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with VMWare Horizon VDI solutions.

CLEARANCE REQUIRED:

• DV

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• High-level clearance is required or must be obtained.
• Position based at a customer site in Huntingdon, UK.
• Willingness to travel to the customer site as needed.

Ready to make an impact? Share your CV and start your meaningful career today!

What we offer:

At Leidos, we are passionate about customer success, united as a team, and inspired to make a difference. We provide engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support your career growth, all while promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Contributory Pension Scheme

• Private Medical Insurance

• 33 days Annual Leave (including public holidays)

• Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, holidays, cycle to work)

• Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to Diversity:

We embrace diversity and are committed to an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from all parts of the community and offer equal opportunities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process, please inform us, and we will accommodate your needs.

About Leidos:

Leidos UK & Europe work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science. Our UK work addresses complex challenges in defence, healthcare, government, safety, security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: Use your passion and skills to keep people safe, working at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cybersecurity, and solutions.

Collaboration: We offer flexible work options, empowering you to be part of an extraordinary team, whether working from home, the office, or on-site.

People: We support growth, learning, and career development through technical academies, rotations, and tailored plans.