Platform Engineer

BT Security; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Platform Engineer with DV Clearance to join their specialist security team. You'll leverage your technical expertise to solve challenging problems and deliver innovative solutions for clients. This role offers opportunities for professional growth and involvement in significant projects that impact national security. The ideal candidate will be self-driven, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and have in-depth knowledge of Linux and Infrastructure-as-code tools.

Benefits

Discounted BT Broadband, TV & mobile packages

Performance bonus

10% pension contribution

Professional development and paid industry certifications

Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, gym memberships

Well-being support for you and your family

3 days paid volunteering per year

Flexible and smart working

Qualifications

• In-depth technical knowledge of the Linux Operating System.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-code tools/patterns.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and contribute to the delivery of specific components and tasks within projects.
• Engage and foster relationships with the customer and suppliers.
• Contribute to end-to-end technical delivery.

Skills

Problem Solving

Linux Operating System

Scripting

DevOps

Tools

Puppet

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

Job Title:

Platform Engineer (DV Clearance Required)

Location: Cheltenham/London/Ipswich

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to have DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum will be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn't always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission-focused work is innovative, inspiring, and technologically challenging, making every day different and stimulating. We provide opportunities to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities, and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters:

In your role as a Platform Specialist, you'll work closely with customers and bring your deep technical expertise to bear on interesting and challenging problems. You will be a technical expert, proposing and designing innovative solutions, solving real-world issues for customers, and leading the delivery in an agile manner. You will engage directly with the customer to build exactly what they need in terms of time, cost, and quality. The solutions you create will utilize the latest technologies, demonstrate innovation and thought leadership, and provide excellent outcomes for customers.

What you'll do:

1. Own and contribute to the delivery of specific components and tasks within projects.
2. Engage and foster relationships with the customer, suppliers, professional networks, and subject matter experts.
3. Actively contribute to team knowledge sharing, mentoring, and coaching.
4. Report to both a project manager and a team lead, providing estimates for work and delivery dates.
5. Own high-level design, architecture, and vision for platforms that can deliver against customer requirements.
6. Be hands-on in the design, development, and testing of solutions, including system specification, technology selection, data modeling, implementation, configuration, and testing.
7. Contribute to end-to-end technical delivery, understanding the progress of solutions.
8. Work with a range of datasets and platforms, including on-premises, cloud, or hybrid models.
9. Ensure security requirements are met with the solutions created.

What you'll bring:

• Self-driven, able to quickly learn new technologies through independent research.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a logical approach to troubleshooting and documenting solutions.
• In-depth technical knowledge of the Linux Operating System.
• Experience with Infrastructure-as-code tools/patterns and Configuration Management (e.g., Puppet, Ansible, Terraform).
• Understanding of network architecture: routing, switching, firewalls, and VLANs.
• Experience building and deploying bare-metal and virtual systems using automated processes (e.g., Anaconda Kickstart, RedHat Satellite/Foreman).
• Knowledge of system monitoring, metrics, logging, and audit technologies.
• Scripting skills, especially in Python.
• Experience leading tasks using a DevOps approach.
• Knowledge of big data technologies and their configuration.
• Experience with continuous improvement and process optimization.

Diversity and Inclusion:

We value diverse perspectives, skills, and experiences, and encourage applications from all sections of the community, including ethnic minorities, disabled and neurodiverse individuals, women, and those from various backgrounds and stages of life. Learn more about BT's D&I manifesto on our website.

What's in it for you:

• Discounted BT Broadband, TV & mobile packages and BT products
• Performance bonus
• 10% pension contribution
• Professional development and paid industry certifications
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, gym memberships, etc.
• Well-being support for you and your family
• 3 days paid volunteering per year
• Flexible and smart working (subject to business needs)

Studies show some people are less likely to apply unless they meet every qualification. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply!