Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Datasource Recruitment; Corsham, Birmingham, Loughborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse workplace

Flexible working

Umbrella company used for assignment

Job summary

Datasource Recruitment is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer for a secure MOD-aligned project. The role involves hands-on 3rd line support, building and maintaining Windows Server infrastructure, and delivering high-quality technical documentation.

The position requires SC clearance or eligibility, experience with HP Proliant, SSL certificate management, and Windows security best practices. On-site presence is expected 1-2 days per month across Corsham, Birmingham or Loughborough.

Qualifications

• Hands-on 3rd line infrastructure support experience.
• Experience with HP Proliant hardware and storage.
• Experience managing SSL certificates and Windows security configurations.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure and support Windows Server infrastructure.
• Provide technical support to a small team and elevate issues.
• Deliver 3rd line support within a live service environment.
• Deploy and configure machines using SCCM/MECM.
• Create and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
• Evolve operational procedures as the platform expands.

Skills

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Tools

HP Proliant Server

SSL certificate management

Windows server security (GPO/CIS)

Job description

Ref: ZR_9257_JOB · Posted on 21 May 2026

Our client are a medium sized defence consultancy looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join their team.

They are looking for an Infrastructure Engineer with 3 rd line expertise to join a secure MOD aligned project, providing hands on technical support.

Working Patterns and location – 1-2 days a month in Corsham, Birmingham or Loughborough

Key responsibilities

• Build, configure and support Windows Server infrastructure
• Provide technical support to a small team and elevate issues.
• Deliver 3 rd line support within a live service environment.
• Deploy and configure machines using SCCM/MECM
• Create and maintain high quality technical documentation to high level technical standards.
• Evolve operational procedures as the platform expands.

Skills & experience

• Experience of HP Proliant Server and Storage
• Understanding and application of SSL certificate management (desktop VPN and servers)
• Knowledge and understanding of Windows server security, including implementing CIS benchmarks via GPO on to existing servers

Additional benefits

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.

Please note that the client has determined that the off-payroll working rules will apply to this assignment and therefore this contract will be run through an Umbrella Company. Income tax and primary national insurance contributions will be deducted at source from any payments made to the intermediary.

You will be required to hold a minimum of SC clearance. If you do not hold an active SC clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.