DV‑Clearance 3rd Line Core Engineer – Growth Path

Sanderson Government & Defence; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading secure IT provider is seeking a motivated 3rd Line Core Engineer in Basingstoke, UK. This entry-level role offers extensive training and significant progression opportunities in a secure environment. Duties include performing infrastructure checks, managing incidents, and supporting a high-profile user community. Candidates will work with various monitoring tools and will need UK DV clearance. The position provides a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and a strong supportive team culture.

Benefits

Salary £40k-£45k + 10% DV allowance

26 days annual leave plus public holidays

Double-matching pension contributions up to 10%

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme & Virtual GP

Flexible benefits including increased holiday, dental, travel cover

Qualifications

• Motivated and ambitious individual pursuing a career in 3rd line engineering.
• Ability to interact effectively with customers and stakeholders.
• Strong willingness to learn about core infrastructure technologies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily infrastructure checks and manage incidents.
• Engage with high-profile users and stakeholders regularly.
• Utilize ITSM tools for incident lifecycle management.
• Support project activities including hardware builds and configuration.
• Perform hands-on tasks related to Windows Server and Active Directory.

Skills

Infrastructure checks and incident management

Customer and stakeholder interaction

Windows Server and Active Directory tasks

Event management and monitoring tools

Tools

SolarWinds

SCOM

MECM/SCCM

SQL

vCentre

Trelix (McAfee)

Job description

A leading secure IT provider is seeking a motivated 3rd Line Core Engineer in Basingstoke, UK. This entry-level role offers extensive training and significant progression opportunities in a secure environment. Duties include performing infrastructure checks, managing incidents, and supporting a high-profile user community. Candidates will work with various monitoring tools and will need UK DV clearance. The position provides a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and a strong supportive team culture.