Platform Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

TieTalent; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is seeking a skilled Platform Engineer to enhance client virtual infrastructure. The role involves diagnosing technical issues, automating deployments with Ansible, and collaborating with clients to ensure project success. Join a diverse community committed to inclusivity and career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Excellent Pension

Private Healthcare

Share Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in diagnosing and solving complex technical issues.
• Proficiency in automating deployments using tools such as Ansible.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues within production and non-production environments.
• Liaise directly with clients to ensure operational value is delivered.
• Automate full system deployments using Ansible and other tools.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Ansible

Job description

The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across space, defence, intelligence, aerospace, and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 and has been named one of the ‘World’s Best Employers’ by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go.

Due to the secure nature of the project - All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (DV) level.

Your future duties and responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled Platform Engineer to join a small, dedicated team responsible for maintaining and enhancing our client’s virtual infrastructure. This role is crucial to the success of multiple ongoing projects, ensuring operational excellence and efficiency in system deployments. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, experience with automation tools, and the ability to collaborate directly with clients.

Key Tasks:

1. Diagnose and resolve issues within both production and non-production environments.
2. Liaise directly with clients to ensure that operational value is delivered, providing technical expertise and solutions.
3. Enhance the efficiency of system deployments, enabling more time to focus on new development opportunities.
4. Automate full system deployments from the ground up using Ansible and other automation tools to streamline processes.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role

• Proven experience in diagnosing and solving complex technical issues in virtual environments.
• Proficiency in automating deployments using tools such as Ansible.
• Ability to work directly with clients, delivering operational value and ensuring project success.
• Experience with system deployment processes and automation from the ground up.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect, and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.