Platform Engineer (DV Security Clearance)

CGI; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the space, defense, and intelligence sector is seeking a Platform Engineer in London. The successful candidate will enhance and maintain virtual infrastructure while ensuring operational excellence and efficiency. This role requires automation skills and direct client interaction in a collaborative environment. CGI is committed to inclusivity and offers a competitive salary along with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent pension

Private healthcare

Share scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing complex technical issues in virtual environments.
• Proficiency in automating deployments using Ansible.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Problem-solving

Automation

Communication

Tools

Ansible

Job description

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Platform Engineer (DV Security Clearance), London

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Client:

CGI

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Position 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 the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client.

CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 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:

• Diagnose and resolve issues within both production and non-production environments.
• Liaise directly with clients to ensure that operational value is delivered, providing technical expertise and solutions.
• Enhance the efficiency of system deployments, enabling more time to focus on new development opportunities.
• 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.

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