BCH ICT Server & Storage Infrastructure Engineer

Cambridgeshire Constabulary; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Onsite gym facilities

LGPS pension

Job summary

Cambridgeshire Constabulary is seeking an ICT Server & Storage Infrastructure Engineer to join the BCH ICT Department at the Headquarters in Huntingdon. You will help deliver and maintain the on- and off-prem infrastructure, with changes documented under policy and supported across multiple sites.

The role requires several years of server administration experience, with Microsoft Server, Hyper-V, and VMware, plus storage systems knowledge.

Qualifications

• Three years’ practical server administrator experience.
• Two years’ experience with Microsoft Server, Hyper-V and/or VMware.
• Experience with Linux and/or Solaris servers is desirable.
• Understanding of network infrastructure, switching, routing firewall principles and data traffic flows is desirable.
• Experience of supporting various storage systems and technologies is desirable.
• Must be highly-motivated, innovative and flexible with excellent time management skills. Must be capable of good communications at all levels often dealing with complex ICT issues with non-ICT staff.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision even when under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and maintain BCH on- and off-prem Server & Storage Infrastructure, ensuring all changes are documented and processed according to the departmental change policies and procedures.
• Support the Server & Storage Infrastructure North Team and assist the Team Leader and ICT Infrastructure Manager.
• Collaborate with the three police forces to deliver reliable ICT services and respond to site requirements.

Skills

Server administration

Microsoft Server

Hyper-V

VMware

Linux/Solaris knowledge

Networking fundamentals

Storage systems experience

Teamwork & communication

Working under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Server

Hyper-V

VMware

Job description

Department ICT

Contract Type Full Time

Contract Duration Permanent

Location Headquarters, Huntingdon, Cambs

CAMBS

Grade SO2

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

Call Out/ Standby, Market Rate Supplement

A great opportunity has arisen to join the ICT Server & Storage Infrastructure Engineer Team as an ICT Server & Storage Infrastructure Engineer (Beds, Cambs & Herts) ICT Department, based at Cambridgeshire Constabulary Headquarters in Huntingdon, with travel expected to all sites when required. Join the exciting and dynamic world of policing and contribute towards making Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire and a safer place. There are many benefits to working within the BCH ICT Department, including a competitive salary, agile working arrangements, flexible working, a public sector local government pension scheme and access to onsite gymnasiums at HQ sites.

This will be a full-time permanent position and you will assist the Server & Storage Infrastructure North Team Leader based in Huntingdon, reporting to the ICT Infrastructure Manager, in delivering and maintaining the BCH on and off-prem Server & Storage Infrastructure, ensuring all changes are documented and processed according to the departmental change policies and procedures. ICT is a collaborative department delivering ICT services to Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary and Hertfordshire Constabulary. As an ICT Server & Storage Infrastructure Engineer you will be a vital part of the ICT Infrastructure Team supporting the 3 Police forces and ICT.

The successful candidate should have the following skills and experience:

• Three years’ practical server administrator experience.


• Two years’ experience working with Microsoft Server, Hyper-V and/or VMWare.


• Experience with Linux and/or Solaris servers is desirable.


• Understanding of network infrastructure, switching, routing firewall principles and data traffic flows is desirable.


• Experience of supporting various storage systems and technologies is desirable.


• Must be highly-motivated, innovative and flexible with excellent time management skills. Must be capable of good communications at all levels often dealing with complex ICT issues with non-ICT staff. Must be conversant and at ease with all forms of communications.


• Ability to work in a team.


• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision even when under pressure.

The hours of work will be between 08:00am to 05:00pm (on-call weekdays generally (09:00am - 5:00pm) Monday to Friday although you will need to be flexible and work outside of these hours when circumstances demand. There is an on-call requirement for this role, when attendance to site is required out of hours, it must be achievable within an hour.

SC and MV clearance is required for this role, including a minimum UK residency period of seven years.

Additional Advert Information

• Internal Applicants


• To apply for this role, internal applicants must have successfully completed their probationary period.


• If you qualify as an internal candidate within the advertising force, you may upload either your CV or the internal role summary form attached to this advert.


• Vetting Process


• Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18).


• Examples of when this may apply include:


• Transferring to another force


• Moving into a role requiring MV clearance (even if you currently hold MV clearance)


• Moving into or working in a role involving close contact with vulnerable individuals


• Redeployment and Redundancy


• This vacancy is open to employees at risk of redundancy and will remain available to redeployees until a final offer has been agreed and accepted.


• Redeployees at risk of redundancy will take priority over all other applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. If successful, redeployees will remain on their home force’s terms and conditions.


• Role Profile


• We recommend downloading and saving a copy of the role profile, as it will no longer be accessible once the advert closes.


• Commitment to Inclusion


• As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive.


• If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the role, you will be guaranteed an interview under the Offer an Interview Scheme.

Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone.

We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.

Why Choose a Career in Policing?

Bedfordshire Policeis recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.

What We Offer

We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Pension Schemes: Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.


• Generous Annual Leave: 24 to 33 days (depending on rank and length of service).


• Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).


• Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).


• Carers and Discretionary Leave


• Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).


• Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).


• Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.


• Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.


• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.


• Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.


• Trade Union Membership: Access to UNISON.


• Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and leadership training.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including:

• Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities


• People of all ages and abilities


• All faiths and religions


• LGBTQ+ communities


• Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds

All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.

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Recruitment and Selection Policy

Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.

Police Barred and Advisory Lists

Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.

Vetting and Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Bedfordshire Police recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace.