Senior Infrastructure Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to enhance their technological environment. This hybrid role allows for flexibility while ensuring the reliability of critical infrastructure. You will design, develop, and monitor infrastructure solutions, manage technical issues, and lead a team to drive improvements. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic setting. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Employee Referral Scheme

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an Infrastructure Engineer with strong technical knowledge.
• Must hold or be willing to obtain SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain infrastructure solutions for performance and reliability.
• Manage technical issues and oversee infrastructure health.

Skills

Infrastructure Engineering

Windows Server Management

Linux Administration

Cloud Platforms (VMWare)

Cisco Networking

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Relevant IT Certifications (VCP, VCAP, MCSE)

SC Clearance

Tools

Citrix

Remote Desktop Management Tools

Job description

Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Frimley - Hybrid

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Role Summary

This is a hybrid role, combining remote work with on-site presence in Frimley and occasional travel. The focus is on ensuring the reliability and efficiency of IM&T's technological environment. As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with the team to deliver and maintain resilient infrastructure solutions, playing a key role in advancing the DI IT roadmap. This involves providing consulting, design, and support for implementation. It’s an excellent opportunity for applying technical expertise and driving innovation to enhance IT capabilities.

While the role offers a hybrid working environment, on-site presence in Guildford and occasional travel are required to ensure deep integration with the team and infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing

1. Design and Develop Infrastructure: Create and maintain infrastructure solutions to ensure performance and reliability.
2. Monitor Performance: Oversee infrastructure health and availability.
3. Technical Issue Management: Manage hardware including batteries, RAM, CPU, GPU, and devices.
4. Remote Desktop Management: Manage remote desktop environments and whitelisted software/services.
5. Service Desk Support: Act as escalation point for IT issues, performing triage, prioritization, and resolution.
6. Automation and Documentation: Write automation scripts and document systems and practices.
7. Security and Compliance: Ensure security, confidentiality, and compliance with regulations.
8. Collaboration and Improvement: Work with suppliers and peers to improve delivery and support objectives.
9. Team Leadership: Mentor team members, provide technical guidance, and support adherence to security standards.

What we’re looking for

1. Experience: 5+ years as an Infrastructure Engineer.
2. Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, server management, cloud platforms (VMWare), Citrix, Cisco networking, and enterprise management.
3. Problem Solving: Ability to develop innovative solutions and resolve issues.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, capable of explaining technical concepts to stakeholders.
5. Team Collaboration: Ability to work within a team and collaborate with stakeholders.
6. Security Clearance: Must hold or be willing to obtain SC clearance.
7. Certifications: VCP, VCAP, MCSE, CompTIA Network+, Cisco Certifications.
8. Third-Party Management: Experience working with IT service providers.
9. Organizational Experience: Experience in large, matrixed organizations managing conflicting priorities.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. We value diversity, integrity, and merit, and empower you to reach your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment process inclusive. If you have a disability or health condition affecting your performance in assessments, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Note: You should have completed 12 months in your current role before applying for this vacancy and discuss internal opportunities with your line manager to support your career development. If you cannot speak with your line manager, contact your HR Business Partner. Invited candidates consent to contact from the recruitment team and line manager regarding their application.

This vacancy is eligible for the UK Employee Referral Scheme, with a reward of £2000.