V&V IT Systems Engineer

Rolls-Royce plc; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a V&V IT Systems Engineer in Derby, offering hybrid work. You will support secure IT infrastructure across virtualization, Linux servers, networking, and storage on the Rolls-Royce test network, collaborating with IT and Test & Measurement teams.

Responsibilities include managing VMware environments, Linux servers with real-time kernels, Cisco switches, AD, firewall changes, and change requests.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Technical certifications such as VMware, Microsoft, Cisco or Dell are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage VMware virtualisation environments.
• Support Linux-based servers, including real-time kernel environments.
• Operate and troubleshoot Cisco network switches, including configuration.
• Manage user accounts and computer objects in Active Directory.
• Test firewall rule changes and collaborate with the Network team.
• Maintain secure IT infrastructure in line with best practices.
• Administer Dell Power series servers and storage appliances.
• Prepare and submit change requests for communication and approval.
• Collaborate with vendors to deliver work packages across interfaces.
• Define and deploy standardised IT solutions with Rolls-Royce Group IT.
• Support incident response and troubleshooting across IT scope.

Skills

VMware

Linux administration

Active Directory

Networking basics

VLANs

Scripting / automation

Cyber-security basics

Technical communication

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Dell Power series

PowerStore/PowerVault

VMware vSphere

Microsoft Active Directory

Cisco IOS

Job description

Job Description V&V IT Systems Engineer Derby – Hybrid Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a V&V IT Systems Engineer to join Test & Measurement Engineering in Derby. In this role, you will support the secure and reliable operation of specialist Test and Measurement IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, Linux-based servers, networking, storage on the RR test network and wider IT systems. You will work closely with Rolls-Royce IT, vendors and Test & Measurement colleagues to support, maintain and develop IT infrastructure, including interfaces between corporate IT infrastructure and specialised Test and Measurement IT infrastructure support teams.

What you will be doing:

• Support and manage VMware virtualisation environments.
• Support Linux-based servers, including real-time kernel environments.
• Operate and troubleshoot Cisco network switches, including configuration, port management and VLANs.
• Manage user accounts and computer objects within a Microsoft Active Directory domain, including OU management, RBAC and group creation.
• Test firewall rule changes and collaborate with the Network team to troubleshoot any issues.
• Maintain secure and reliable IT infrastructure in accordance with industry best practices.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Administer Dell Power series servers and associated storage appliances, including PowerProtect, PowerVault and PowerStore, covering maintenance, upgrades, monitoring and firmware/patch management.
• Prepare and formally submit change requests, including firewall rule change documentation, for communication, approval and implementation by Rolls-Royce IT.
• Collaborate with Rolls-Royce IT vendors to deliver specific work packages, particularly changes affecting interfaces between corporate IT infrastructure and specialised Test and Measurement IT infrastructure in Derby.
• Work with global Test and Measurement IT colleagues to define and deploy standardised IT solutions aligned and agreed with Rolls-Royce Group IT.
• Support incident response and troubleshooting across the IT infrastructure scope when required.

Position Qualifications:

• Degree qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline; relevant technical certifications such as VMware, Microsoft, Cisco or Dell are beneficial.
• Understanding of Linux-based server configuration, including real-time kernel.
• Proficiency with Cisco switches, including configuration, management and VLANs.
• Strong Microsoft Active Directory administration skills, including user, group and OU management and RBAC.
• Fundamental networking knowledge, including IP, subnets, routing, switching and firewall basics.
• Broad IT systems and network knowledge, with the ability to work across technologies rather than within a single specialist area.
• Understanding of containerisation.
• Knowledge of automation and orchestration of virtualised infrastructure builds.
• Understanding of cyber-security capabilities.
• Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills, including effective communication and influencing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and an understanding of the broader business context.
• A systematic and rigorous approach to planning, documentation and prioritisation.

Preferred Requirements:

• Service management experience and a track record of delivering results within operational or service delivery roles.
• Vendor management experience, particularly within an operational or service delivery environment.
• Familiarity with Dell Power series appliances and storage platforms.
• Experience with Citrix setup and management.
• Certificate and licence management experience.
• Understanding of Azure or Cloud-based infrastructure and management.
• Experience developing and submitting formal change requests for approval.
• Knowledge and experience of ITIL or similar service management processes.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with vendors and global colleagues.
• Understanding of the configuration and support of monitoring technologies such as Tenable and Cribl.
• Understanding of disaster recovery methods and infrastructure.
• Backend database management skills for technologies such as SQL Server and MariaDB.
• Understanding of technologies such as IIS, Apache or NGINX.

You will be well organised with a rigorous approach to your work and able to communicate effectively across IT and business teams. You will be comfortable producing clear change documentation, participating in review and approval processes, and collaborating effectively with a broad range of stakeholders.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. This job is advertised at the grades shown, and this is the desired operating level for this role. We encourage applications from candidates with relevant experience from any grade. It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Grade: SNBG 7-10 Closing Date: 18th September 2026

People Leader: Adrian Bird

For further information, please contact: Jaspreet Bagga

Job Category Validation and Verification

Posting Date 04 Sept 2026; 00:09 Posting End Date 18 Sept 2026

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