SC Platform Engineer

Experis; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services provider seeks a skilled Level 2–3 Platform Engineer to support hardware and software systems at MOD Corsham. The role involves installation and configuration of systems, resolving technical issues, and maintaining infrastructure. Candidates should have experience with VMware, Windows Server, and networking. This is a contract position offering up to £600 per day, with occasional visits to Portsmouth.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS.
• Hands-on experience with VMware and virtual environments.
• Physically able to lift and install heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure virtual machines, networks, and software.
• Diagnose and resolve network, hardware, and software issues.
• Conduct root-cause analysis for technical issues.

Skills

Microsoft Active Directory

VMware

Windows Server OS

Network troubleshooting

Linux systems

Tools

VMware vCenter

Microsoft Exchange Server 2016

SQL Server 2016

Job description

Overview

Job Title: SC Cleared Level 2–3 Platform Engineer
Location: Corsham & occasional visits to Portsmouth
Employment Type: Contract
Salary Range: Up to £600 per day via an approved umbrella company

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Level 2–3 Platform Engineer to support the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software systems used in test and reference environments. These environments directly support deployed live IT systems and are critical to the operations of the Core Engineering, Test, and Live Service Management teams. The role involves working with technologies including VMware, Windows, Linux, and Cisco, and requires hands-on experience in both virtual and physical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure virtual machines, networks, and software following system administration guides and work instructions.
• Apply updates and patches using MECM and WSUS.
• Install and configure operating systems, antivirus software, and other applications.
• Set up and maintain IT hardware, including lifting and installing heavy equipment.
• Proactively monitor complex environments and record issues, faults, and resolutions.
• Diagnose and resolve network, hardware, and software issues.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and propose resolutions for technical issues across Windows/Linux servers, virtualisation, and networking.
• Maintain inventories of hardware/software and manage logistics for replacements.
• Manage server backups and ensure data integrity.
• Maintain network connectivity and accurately document changes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Ability to work on-site at MOD Corsham and PTP within a close-knit team.
• Experience with:
• Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS
• Microsoft Server OS (ideally 2012R2, 2019) and Windows 10
• VMware vCenter and virtualised environments
• Various computer hardware platforms
• Physically able to lift and install heavy equipment

Desirable Skills

• Administration of:
• Microsoft Exchange Server 2016
• Skype Server 2016
• SharePoint Server
• SQL Server 2016
• Trend DSM
• VEEAM
• SolarWinds
• Amulet Hotkey Zero Clients
• Meinburg NTP
• VMware Horizon and AppVolumes
• Microsoft Endpoint Connection Manager

• Knowledge of:
• ADFS
• Windows PKI (especially within Defence or DPKI)
• VMware NSX and microsegmentation
• Cryptographic material handling and accounting
• Linux systems
• Cisco networking products

Other Information

Willlingness to work outside normal hours, including on-call duties (average one week in six).

How to Apply

If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience.