Infrastructure Engineer - Defence - SC or DV Cleared

Searchability NS&D; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading technology organization in the UK seeks an Infrastructure Engineer to work on secure infrastructure components and implement cloud services. The ideal candidate will have active SC or DV clearance and experience in Microsoft environments and network security. This full-time role offers hybrid working with a mid-senior level career opportunity focusing on innovative defence technology projects. Candidates should also possess strong skills in IAM, firewalls, and infrastructure-as-code.

Qualifications

• Active SC or DV security clearance required.
• Experience in implementing secure and resilient infrastructure components.
• Ability to deploy and integrate cloud-based services.

Responsibilities

• Implement secure infrastructure components aligning with project timelines.
• Deploy cloud-based services including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
• Ensure highest levels of IT security are maintained.

Skills

Infrastructure Engineering

Microsoft Environments

Network Security

Firewalls

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Multifactor Authentication (MFA)

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

NCSC Guidance

ISO 27001

Cyber Essentials Plus

Enterprise Server Platforms

Virtualisation

Public Cloud

Scripting

Automation

Infrastructure-as-Code

Telephony Systems

NSD

Job description

Infrastructure Engineer - Defence - SC or DV Cleared

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Bristol (Hybrid – 3 to 4 days per week in office)

Security Clearance: Active SC or DV

About The Client: We are recruiting for a world‑leading research and technology organisation currently bridging the gap between academic innovation and industrial application. As a designated hub for Defence Innovation, they are focused on delivering "Sovereign Capability" rather than simply maintaining legacy equipment. This is a unique opportunity to engage with bleeding‑edge technology, where you will work on mission‑critical R&D and digital engineering projects, collaborating with major defence partners in an agile environment that avoids the red tape often found in massive corporate structures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working from established low‑level designs, implement secure, resilient, and supportable infrastructure components that align with architectural standards and project timelines.
• Build and configure on‑premises infrastructure.
• Deploy and integrate cloud‑based services including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity.
• Undertake the planning, estimation, and scheduling of installation and de‑commissioning work.
• Ensure systems are built in line with approved high‑level and low‑level designs.
• Ensure that the highest levels of IT security are maintained to protect the integrity of all data.
• Implement security best practices across Microsoft environments and align infrastructure builds with cyber security standards such as NCSC guidance, CIS benchmarks, or Microsoft Security Baselines.
• Utilise normal operating facilities, diagnostic tools, technical manuals, test scripts, and systems documentation to identify, diagnose, and report on system errors.
• Support the project manager with test planning by designing and producing test scripts and cases using in‑depth technical analysis.
• Provide specialist advice, guidance, and assistance to colleagues on any aspect of installation planning and execution.

Key Skills:

Infrastructure Engineering, Microsoft Environments, Network Security, Firewalls, Segmentation, Identity and Access Management (IAM), MFA, RBAC, NCSC Guidance, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, Enterprise Server Platforms, Virtualisation, Public Cloud, Scripting, Automation, Infrastructure‑as‑Code, Telephony Systems, NSD.

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at [e-mail]. For further information please call [phone]. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting, Software Development, and Computer and Network Security

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