Security-Cleared Senior Platforms Engineer: VDI & Horizon

Summer-Browning Associates

Glasgow

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Summer-Browning Associates is seeking a Senior Platforms Engineer / VDI Engineer to support a central government client. The role is based in East Kilbride (Glasgow) or London with a hybrid 60% onsite model.

The ideal candidate holds an active security clearance and has deep Platforms Engineering experience in high-threat environments. Responsibilities include designing, implementing and troubleshooting VMware Horizon, UAG, App Volumes and related VDI components, alongside Windows Server, AD,

Qualifications

Active security clearance and strong background in Platforms Engineering.
3rd/4th line troubleshooting of platform issues.
Design, implement, support, and troubleshoot VMware Horizon environments.
Knowledge of on-prem and cloud hybrid infrastructure.
PowerShell scripting and automation expertise.
Experience with Agile, DevOps, or product-focused teams.
Familiarity with monitoring platforms and ITSM tools.
In-depth Windows Server, AD, DNS, DHCP, PKI and certificate services knowledge.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot complex platform issues at the 3rd/4th line of support.
Design, implement, support, and troubleshoot VMware Horizon environments.
Manage Horizon components: UAG, App Volumes, DEM, Instant Clones, vSphere, ESXi.
Administer AD, DNS, DHCP, PKI, and certificate services.
Develop PowerShell scripts for automation and workflow improvements.
Support hybrid on-premises and cloud infrastructure.
Collaborate in Agile/DevOps or product-focused delivery teams.
Monitor infrastructure performance using ITSM tools like Jira/Confluence.