VMware Infrastructure Engineer

TalentForte Recruitment Solutions; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking DV-cleared VMware Infrastructure Engineers for an urgent contract in Farnborough. The role involves engineering and maintaining VMware systems, troubleshooting complex issues, and working closely within a high-assurance environment. Contractors will work three days on-site each week, with a rate of £700-£800 per day outside IR35. A strong proactive mindset and proven VMware experience are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Active DV clearance is essential.
• Proven experience with vSphere, ESXi, NSX or vSAN required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in highly regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and maintain VMware infrastructure within secure environments.
• Support and troubleshoot vSphere, ESXi, NSX and vSAN platforms.
• Resolve complex technical issues under security constraints.

Skills

VMware engineering experience

Troubleshooting capability

Ability to work in secure environments

Job description

Quick facts:

£700-£800/day Outside IR35 | DV-Cleared VMware Infrastructure Engineer (Contract) | Farnborough (with occasional Bristol travel) | Hybrid: 3 days on-site, 2 days WFH

Available: within 4 weeks

Qualifying questions:

• Do you hold an active DV clearance that allows you to start immediately on secure defence programmes?
• Do you have hands-on VMware engineering experience across vSphere, ESXi, NSX or vSAN?
• Can you work on-site in Farnborough three days per week with occasional travel to Bristol?

Headline

Contract opportunity for DV-cleared VMware engineers supporting complex, high-assurance platforms.

The opportunity

A major secure programme urgently requires multiple DV-cleared VMware infrastructure engineers. This work is hands-on, fast-paced and central to the stability and delivery of sensitive platforms. You’ll be joining a delivery-focused environment where technical depth, reliability and pace matter.

This assignment suits someone who thrives in complex, matrix delivery settings, takes ownership of their work and can operate effectively when priorities shift or detail evolves. The programme is scaling, the work is ongoing, and the client will move quickly for the right DV-cleared talent.

What you’ll do

• Engineer, maintain and enhance VMware infrastructure within high-assurance secure environments.
• Support and troubleshoot vSphere, ESXi, NSX and vSAN platforms.
• Resolve complex technical issues under tight security and operational constraints.
• Contribute to stabilisation and uplift across critical infrastructure services.
• Operate hybrid: three days per week on-site in Farnborough, with occasional Bristol travel.

What you’ll bring

• Active DV clearance (essential; without this you cannot be considered).
• Proven VMware engineering experience across vSphere, ESXi, NSX and/or vSAN.
• Strong troubleshooting capability in secure or highly regulated environments.
• Ability to work on-site weekly and deliver at pace within a complex delivery landscape.
• A proactive, accountable approach – someone who owns outcomes and delivers reliably.

Rate and engagement

£700-£800/day outside IR35. The client is open to making this work for the right DV-cleared engineer.

Final note

No sponsorship or relocation offered.