About the role The Infrastructure Automation Engineering Service will support the technical team responsible for the design, development, documentation, building and validation of infrastructure automation components which form part of a significant defence programme. These automation components are primarily developed using Python3 (low-level automation), Ansible (deployment), Jenkins (configuration generation and build pipelines) and Bash (Linux) / PowerShell (Windows Server), with a focus on hardware components - their features, services and configurations - and interactions with external REST/SOAP APIs and services. The team's responsibilities include: Apply complex problem solving to "reverse engineer" applications, designs and manual build instructions to create zero-touch automation packages that are parameterised, dynamic and able to repeatedly and reliably deploy against these designs (often legacy or automation-resistive applications). Create production-quality code following best practices and internal policies, using version control (GIT, BitBucket) and peer-reviewing modules. Production and review of all levels of design artefacts. Supporting wider programme system-testing activities. Working with Service Management to resolve issues. Working within the Atlassian Suite for tasking/scheduling (JIRA) and documentation (Confluence). Essential skills, qualifications & experience At least 12 months' hands on experience within the last 3 years of: creating complex Python3 automation classes for production systems; configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef); scripting (Bash and PowerShell for in-OS automation); automated deployment of server/network/storage across multiple vendors; building/supporting large infrastructure environments; troubleshooting hardware or software failure; Agile development teams. Plus advanced Python3 and PowerShell features (Workflows, DSC, Bare Metal Deployment). At least one certification within the last five years: CCNP (networking); VMware VCP (virtualisation); RHCA/RHCE (Linux); OCA (software development). Also: strong communication; strong analytical skills; valid SC clearance; MS Office competency. Desirable Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo). Public-sector experience - preferably Defence, ideally Defence Digital (formerly ISS); delivering accredited secure solutions in the UK Public Sector.
18/07/2026
Full time
About the role The Infrastructure Automation Engineering Service will support the technical team responsible for the design, development, documentation, building and validation of infrastructure automation components which form part of a significant defence programme. These automation components are primarily developed using Python3 (low-level automation), Ansible (deployment), Jenkins (configuration generation and build pipelines) and Bash (Linux) / PowerShell (Windows Server), with a focus on hardware components - their features, services and configurations - and interactions with external REST/SOAP APIs and services. The team's responsibilities include: Apply complex problem solving to "reverse engineer" applications, designs and manual build instructions to create zero-touch automation packages that are parameterised, dynamic and able to repeatedly and reliably deploy against these designs (often legacy or automation-resistive applications). Create production-quality code following best practices and internal policies, using version control (GIT, BitBucket) and peer-reviewing modules. Production and review of all levels of design artefacts. Supporting wider programme system-testing activities. Working with Service Management to resolve issues. Working within the Atlassian Suite for tasking/scheduling (JIRA) and documentation (Confluence). Essential skills, qualifications & experience At least 12 months' hands on experience within the last 3 years of: creating complex Python3 automation classes for production systems; configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef); scripting (Bash and PowerShell for in-OS automation); automated deployment of server/network/storage across multiple vendors; building/supporting large infrastructure environments; troubleshooting hardware or software failure; Agile development teams. Plus advanced Python3 and PowerShell features (Workflows, DSC, Bare Metal Deployment). At least one certification within the last five years: CCNP (networking); VMware VCP (virtualisation); RHCA/RHCE (Linux); OCA (software development). Also: strong communication; strong analytical skills; valid SC clearance; MS Office competency. Desirable Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo). Public-sector experience - preferably Defence, ideally Defence Digital (formerly ISS); delivering accredited secure solutions in the UK Public Sector.
Astuco Ltd in Corsham, United Kingdom, is seeking an Infrastructure Automation Engineer to support a defence programme. You will design, develop, document and validate automation components using Python3, Ansible, Jenkins and Bash/PowerShell, with a focus on hardware and external REST/SOAP APIs. You will produce production-quality code, manage configurations with Git workflows, and contribute to system testing and issue resolution within an Agile team, using Jira and Confluence.
18/07/2026
Full time
Astuco Ltd in Corsham, United Kingdom, is seeking an Infrastructure Automation Engineer to support a defence programme. You will design, develop, document and validate automation components using Python3, Ansible, Jenkins and Bash/PowerShell, with a focus on hardware and external REST/SOAP APIs. You will produce production-quality code, manage configurations with Git workflows, and contribute to system testing and issue resolution within an Agile team, using Jira and Confluence.
Astuco Ltd in Corsham, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement and validate core networking components for a high-assurance defence programme. You will produce design artefacts and support system testing across multiple environments. The role requires hands-on expertise with Cisco Nexus/IOS XE, VXLAN, DMVPN, OSPF/BGP, and strong communication skills, plus SC clearance and a CS degree are desirable.
18/07/2026
Full time
Astuco Ltd in Corsham, United Kingdom, is seeking an experienced Network Engineer to design, implement and validate core networking components for a high-assurance defence programme. You will produce design artefacts and support system testing across multiple environments. The role requires hands-on expertise with Cisco Nexus/IOS XE, VXLAN, DMVPN, OSPF/BGP, and strong communication skills, plus SC clearance and a CS degree are desirable.
About the role - Overview The Network Engineering Service will support the technical team responsible for the design, development, documentation, building and validation of the core physical and virtual networking components which form the backbone of a significant defence programme. The detailed responsibilities of the team include: Design, development, building and validation of all networking components which form part of the platform. Production and review of all levels of design artefacts. Supporting wider programme system-testing activities. Working with Service Management to resolve issues. Essential skills, qualifications & experience At least 3 years in the industry with detailed knowledge of design, implementation and troubleshooting of: hierarchical IP subnetting; routing protocols (internal and external - OSPF, BGP); advanced knowledge of routers, switches and firewalls. Core network technologies and infrastructure: Cisco Nexus, Cisco IOS XE, Leaf-and-Spine architecture, VXLAN overlay networks, Dual-Cloud Dual-Hub DMVPN solutions, Firewall IPS/IDS, AAA management platform (e.g. ISE), VXLAN, TRL Crypto, configuration of devices and keymat management, and all aspects of QoS (traffic shaping / policing / scheduling / congestion management and avoidance). At least one certification within the last five years: at least CCNP (networking) or similar; VMware VCP-NV (network virtualisation). Also: strong communication; strong analytical skills; valid SC clearance; MS Office competency. Desirable Public-sector experience (preferably Defence, ideally Defence Digital); Defence networks and gateways; delivering accredited secure solutions in the UK Public Sector; Agile (SAFe4) and Waterfall delivery; large virtualisation environments at scale; Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence); a Computer Science degree (Bachelors or Masters); secure architecture in a multi-tenanted environment; Chartered Engineer status.
18/07/2026
Full time
About the role - Overview The Network Engineering Service will support the technical team responsible for the design, development, documentation, building and validation of the core physical and virtual networking components which form the backbone of a significant defence programme. The detailed responsibilities of the team include: Design, development, building and validation of all networking components which form part of the platform. Production and review of all levels of design artefacts. Supporting wider programme system-testing activities. Working with Service Management to resolve issues. Essential skills, qualifications & experience At least 3 years in the industry with detailed knowledge of design, implementation and troubleshooting of: hierarchical IP subnetting; routing protocols (internal and external - OSPF, BGP); advanced knowledge of routers, switches and firewalls. Core network technologies and infrastructure: Cisco Nexus, Cisco IOS XE, Leaf-and-Spine architecture, VXLAN overlay networks, Dual-Cloud Dual-Hub DMVPN solutions, Firewall IPS/IDS, AAA management platform (e.g. ISE), VXLAN, TRL Crypto, configuration of devices and keymat management, and all aspects of QoS (traffic shaping / policing / scheduling / congestion management and avoidance). At least one certification within the last five years: at least CCNP (networking) or similar; VMware VCP-NV (network virtualisation). Also: strong communication; strong analytical skills; valid SC clearance; MS Office competency. Desirable Public-sector experience (preferably Defence, ideally Defence Digital); Defence networks and gateways; delivering accredited secure solutions in the UK Public Sector; Agile (SAFe4) and Waterfall delivery; large virtualisation environments at scale; Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence); a Computer Science degree (Bachelors or Masters); secure architecture in a multi-tenanted environment; Chartered Engineer status.