Technical Support Manager

BT Security; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security firm in the UK seeks an experienced professional to manage a complex secure Managed Service. This role involves technical leadership, coaching a platform team, and ensuring compliance with security standards. The successful candidate will possess strong network capabilities, particularly in managed networks, and will foster a collaborative team environment. Exceptional benefits including a competitive salary, extensive training opportunities, and flexible work policies are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% on-target bonus

BT Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible benefits

24/7 private virtual GP appointments

Discounted broadband, mobile, and TV packages

Qualifications

• Must have lived in the UK for 10+ years to obtain DV Security Clearance.
• Experience in managing secure managed services.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a large complex highly secure Managed Service.
• Coach and mentor platform team to ensure effectiveness and inclusivity.
• Accountable for platform Network Administration.

Skills

Technical Network Expertise

Security & Compliance Management

Incident & Problem Management

Stakeholder & Collaborative Leadership

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

Education

Experience of implementing and administrating highly secure managed networks

Strong IP Skills (CISCO, Juniper Routing Systems)

Knowledge of Dense wavelength-division multiplexing

Knowledge of networking vendor technologies (PDH, Serial Communications)

Job description

Recruiter: Krystle James

Career Grade: D

Internal Closing Date: 04/12/25

Due to the sensitive nature of this role, you will be required to undergo DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance ( https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum may be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You’ll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters

To manage and maintain a large complex highly secure Managed Service with direct accountability to senior Military Officers and Civil Servants.

To manage, coach, mentor, inspire and support the platform team through continuous improvement and influencing best practice; providing feedback within the team to ensure that everyone is effective and inclusive and that there is a ‘One Team approach, creating a brilliant employee experience.

This job role is based near Southwest M4 Corridor, within a 30 minute commutable distance from Swindon. On client site (5 days office based).

One week out of two call out obligations.

Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. DV Security Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance.

What you’ll be doing

• Accountable for managing and technical leadership of bespoke infrastructure.
• Responsibility to customer authority and multiple user authorities.
• Accountable for platform Network Administration.

Essential Skills

• Technical Network Expertise
• Security & Compliance Management
• Incident & Problem Management
• Stakeholder & Collaborative Leadership
• Analytical & Strategic Thinking

What we’d like to see on your CV

• Experience of implementing and administrating highly secure managed networks - DESIRABLE
• Strong IP Skills (such as: Juniper and CISCO Routing Systems) - MANDATORY
• Knowledge and experience of Dense wavelength-division multiplexing, Synchronous Digital Hierarchy, Legacy Networks technology (PDH/Serial Communications) sufficient to create/edit and explain to non-experts system topologies - MANDATORY
• Knowledge and experience of networking vendor technologies, including legacy technologies PDH, Serial communications solutions, and products (such as: Nokia, Alcatel-Lucent) - MANDATORY

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• On-call allowance once operational
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• World-class training and development opportunities
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop

A few points to note

Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch.

We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway – you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year – and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we’ll invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future – whatever your background or experience.

In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.