Job Advert: Contract Cyber Engineer (DV Cleared) Newport 6-month contract + likely extension ? Fully onsite Up to £90 per hour (Umbrella) DV Clearance required / British Nationals only We're recruiting for an experienced Contract Cyber Engineer to join a major defence cyber security function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical problem solving, acting as a senior point of escalation, and supporting a high-performance Security Operations Centre (SOC). You'll work within a specialist cyber defence organisation, supporting the smooth running of security tools, leading operational engineering activity, and ensuring that new security projects transition successfully into the live environment. The Role As a Contract Cyber Engineer, you will: Act as the senior escalation point for SOC engineering issues Support SOC Analysts and Engineers with toolset faults, troubleshooting and ongoing operational work Oversee toolset availability, performance, and capacity Support change and release management, including planned upgrades and deployments Ensure new systems introduced by the design team can be supported operationally Maintain a strong awareness of emerging cyber technologies, tools and best practice Work with the wider Airbus Cyber Defence Centre on tooling and security product improvements Provide technical input into documentation, processes, and service support activities This is a key position in a busy SOC environment, fully onsite, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work across engineering, operations, and cyber security functions. What You'll Need (Essential) Strong working knowledge of core SOC tooling e.g. SIEM/Splunk, IDPS, Email/Web security, Firewalls Hands-on experience with Cisco ASR, Palo Alto or Fortinet firewalls Excellent understanding of network technologies (LAN/WAN, routing, switching) Experience with scripting or programming (PowerShell, Python, Bash etc.) Experience with Windows Server and RedHat (RHEL) administration, including CIS hardening Desirable Skills Experience with any of the following is beneficial: vCenter / VMware ESXi / vSAN Nessus / Tenable SQL / MariaDB CheckMK, Jira, Syslog management Patch management (WSUS etc.) AD / LDAP / PAM Backup/restore solutions Disaster recovery and service continuity ISO 27001 / Cyber Essentials
05/12/2025
Contractor
Job Advert: Contract Cyber Engineer (DV Cleared) Newport 6-month contract + likely extension ? Fully onsite Up to £90 per hour (Umbrella) DV Clearance required / British Nationals only We're recruiting for an experienced Contract Cyber Engineer to join a major defence cyber security function. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical problem solving, acting as a senior point of escalation, and supporting a high-performance Security Operations Centre (SOC). You'll work within a specialist cyber defence organisation, supporting the smooth running of security tools, leading operational engineering activity, and ensuring that new security projects transition successfully into the live environment. The Role As a Contract Cyber Engineer, you will: Act as the senior escalation point for SOC engineering issues Support SOC Analysts and Engineers with toolset faults, troubleshooting and ongoing operational work Oversee toolset availability, performance, and capacity Support change and release management, including planned upgrades and deployments Ensure new systems introduced by the design team can be supported operationally Maintain a strong awareness of emerging cyber technologies, tools and best practice Work with the wider Airbus Cyber Defence Centre on tooling and security product improvements Provide technical input into documentation, processes, and service support activities This is a key position in a busy SOC environment, fully onsite, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to work across engineering, operations, and cyber security functions. What You'll Need (Essential) Strong working knowledge of core SOC tooling e.g. SIEM/Splunk, IDPS, Email/Web security, Firewalls Hands-on experience with Cisco ASR, Palo Alto or Fortinet firewalls Excellent understanding of network technologies (LAN/WAN, routing, switching) Experience with scripting or programming (PowerShell, Python, Bash etc.) Experience with Windows Server and RedHat (RHEL) administration, including CIS hardening Desirable Skills Experience with any of the following is beneficial: vCenter / VMware ESXi / vSAN Nessus / Tenable SQL / MariaDB CheckMK, Jira, Syslog management Patch management (WSUS etc.) AD / LDAP / PAM Backup/restore solutions Disaster recovery and service continuity ISO 27001 / Cyber Essentials
Infrastructure Engineer (Azure Virtual Desktop Specialist) On-site South Cambridge UK (British National - On site) - Will need to become Security Cleared Our client, is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure solutions, supporting the design, deployment, and maintenance of virtual desktop environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop solutions for enterprise clients. Ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of virtual desktop environments. Collaborate with internal teams to integrate AVD with existing IT infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to virtual desktops, networking, and cloud services. Develop and maintain documentation, best practices, and technical standards. Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer , with a strong focus on Azure Virtual Desktop . Expertise in Microsoft Azure , including networking, identity management, and security best practices. Hands-on experience with Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD) , and application virtualization. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and Intune . Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation for AVD deployments. Familiarity with cloud networking (VPNs, ExpressRoute, NSGs, etc.) . Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Desirable Skills: Experience with Citrix or VMware Horizon . Knowledge of Zero Trust Security models . Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-140: Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop ). Why Join? Work with a dynamic team on innovative cloud projects. Fantastic culture, benefits & future.
14/11/2025
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer (Azure Virtual Desktop Specialist) On-site South Cambridge UK (British National - On site) - Will need to become Security Cleared Our client, is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud infrastructure solutions, supporting the design, deployment, and maintenance of virtual desktop environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop solutions for enterprise clients. Ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security of virtual desktop environments. Collaborate with internal teams to integrate AVD with existing IT infrastructure. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to virtual desktops, networking, and cloud services. Develop and maintain documentation, best practices, and technical standards. Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and stakeholders. Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an Infrastructure Engineer , with a strong focus on Azure Virtual Desktop . Expertise in Microsoft Azure , including networking, identity management, and security best practices. Hands-on experience with Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD) , and application virtualization. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, and Intune . Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation for AVD deployments. Familiarity with cloud networking (VPNs, ExpressRoute, NSGs, etc.) . Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Desirable Skills: Experience with Citrix or VMware Horizon . Knowledge of Zero Trust Security models . Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-140: Configuring and Operating Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktop ). Why Join? Work with a dynamic team on innovative cloud projects. Fantastic culture, benefits & future.
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you Location: Wokingham (Reading) | Hybrid - 60% remote and 40% onsite Duration: 30/01/2026 - possible extension CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE Role Description: Collaborate with Agile teams to automate deployment, monitoring, and infrastructure management. Ensure platform and business application reliability and performance against strict SLAs and KPIs. Implement and maintain cloud-native observability stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Tempo). Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Kustomize or Helm. Manage CI/CD pipelines using Tekton and ArgoCD. Support and troubleshoot OpenShift Operators (ServiceMesh, ODF, ACS, ACM, AMQ). Conduct security reviews and implement controls aligned with national infrastructure standards. Mentor junior engineers and promote SRE best practices. Collaborate with vendors and IT teams for incident resolution and platform improvements. Required Skills: Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Experience in remote team collaboration. Deep expertise in OpenShift/Kubernetes and RedHat Linux. Proficiency in Scripting (Bash, Python) and templating (Helm, Kustomize). Experience with CI/CD automation and IaC strategies. Security-first mindset with experience in regulated environments. Experience with VMware vSphere virtualization? If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
01/10/2025
Contractor
We are a Global Recruitment specialist that provides support to the clients across EMEA, APAC, US and Canada. We have an excellent job opportunity for you Location: Wokingham (Reading) | Hybrid - 60% remote and 40% onsite Duration: 30/01/2026 - possible extension CONTRACTOR MUST HOLD ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE Role Description: Collaborate with Agile teams to automate deployment, monitoring, and infrastructure management. Ensure platform and business application reliability and performance against strict SLAs and KPIs. Implement and maintain cloud-native observability stacks (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki, Tempo). Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Kustomize or Helm. Manage CI/CD pipelines using Tekton and ArgoCD. Support and troubleshoot OpenShift Operators (ServiceMesh, ODF, ACS, ACM, AMQ). Conduct security reviews and implement controls aligned with national infrastructure standards. Mentor junior engineers and promote SRE best practices. Collaborate with vendors and IT teams for incident resolution and platform improvements. Required Skills: Strong communication skills (written and verbal). Experience in remote team collaboration. Deep expertise in OpenShift/Kubernetes and RedHat Linux. Proficiency in Scripting (Bash, Python) and templating (Helm, Kustomize). Experience with CI/CD automation and IaC strategies. Security-first mindset with experience in regulated environments. Experience with VMware vSphere virtualization? If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.
VMware Engineer - SC Cleared - 6 months - (Inside IR35) - London VMware Engineer required and be a specialist within the VMware environment where your focus would be upgrading the current VMWare estate and further down the line move VMware in Azure - Azure VMware Solution (AVS) Key technologies the VMware Engineer will have experience: You must be SC Cleared (Active but Lapsed Considered) VCF (VMware Cloud Formation) on VxRail 3.x/4.x VMware vSphere 6.7/7.x VMware NSX-V and NSX-T (inc. cross-vCentre and Federation) VMware vSAN vRealize - Life Cycle Manager, Log Insight, Operations Manager Microsoft AD/DNS Working knowledge of RHEL preferred Any experience utilising VMware in Azure (AVS) would be an advantage Must have hands on experience working as a VMware Engineer / VMware Consultant / VMware specialist Inside IR35 The ideal VMware Engineer will hold live SC Clearance (recently lapsed candidates considered), ideally being available to start immediately, however, my customer will wait 4-6 weeks for the right person. This VMware Engineer position requires a hybrid working on site in Central London. This VMware Engineerrole is inside of IR35 and so will require you to work with one of our umbrella partners To discuss this VMware Consultant opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology and recruitment news, please also follow us at 'VIQU IT Recruitment' on LinkedIn, and
19/08/2023
Full time
VMware Engineer - SC Cleared - 6 months - (Inside IR35) - London VMware Engineer required and be a specialist within the VMware environment where your focus would be upgrading the current VMWare estate and further down the line move VMware in Azure - Azure VMware Solution (AVS) Key technologies the VMware Engineer will have experience: You must be SC Cleared (Active but Lapsed Considered) VCF (VMware Cloud Formation) on VxRail 3.x/4.x VMware vSphere 6.7/7.x VMware NSX-V and NSX-T (inc. cross-vCentre and Federation) VMware vSAN vRealize - Life Cycle Manager, Log Insight, Operations Manager Microsoft AD/DNS Working knowledge of RHEL preferred Any experience utilising VMware in Azure (AVS) would be an advantage Must have hands on experience working as a VMware Engineer / VMware Consultant / VMware specialist Inside IR35 The ideal VMware Engineer will hold live SC Clearance (recently lapsed candidates considered), ideally being available to start immediately, however, my customer will wait 4-6 weeks for the right person. This VMware Engineer position requires a hybrid working on site in Central London. This VMware Engineerrole is inside of IR35 and so will require you to work with one of our umbrella partners To discuss this VMware Consultant opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology and recruitment news, please also follow us at 'VIQU IT Recruitment' on LinkedIn, and
Wintel Platform Engineer Contract - Competitive Rate Your new company PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST HAVE MINIMUM SC CLEARANCE FOR THIS ROLE Would you like to work with one of our most innovative public sector clients? They are currently looking for an Experienced Wintel Platform Engineer for an initial 6 month period. Our client is on a mission to deliver leading edge technology to some of its key departments. This is a great opportunity for you to be a part of this. Your new role Joining the Technology, Engineering and Operations function as platforms engineer, you will have responsibility for maintaining and developing our Platforms Infrastructure. You will use your knowledge and experience to ensure that the infrastructure and services are configured securely, highly available and performant. Working with internal Product Management teams you will further develop the core platforms to meet availability requirements and emerging user needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a growing team in a modern and flexible working environment. This is a varied and exciting role for an experienced and enthusiastic individual looking to drive forward their technical ability and career. What you'll need to succeed Essential Experience - must be SC cleared Experienced engineer specialising in Microsoft Windows Server Enterprise, Active Directory, and Group Policy Management Working knowledge of networking protocols (UDP, TCP, TLS, DNS) Experience of using and developing PowerShell scripts. Strong debugging and troubleshooting abilities AWS Cloud, Lambada, EC2, RDS, VPC, IGW, IAM. Experience in working in Cross Domain and air gapped environments. Hands-on experience with VMware Windows 2022 experience and migration from 2012R2/20216. Experience of working on Windows Core as well as GU Experience with ADFS Ability to develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures and scenario playbooks Must be a self-starter and work productively with minimal supervision alone or in collaboration with a team Desirable Configuration management experience (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet) Experience in KeyClock, ADFS OAuth 2.0 and integration of cloud services Familiarity with software development practices (version control, CI/CD) Experience of open-source monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix, Prometheus) What you'll get in return Competitive rate 6 month initial contract which will likely go on for 2 years What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
07/10/2021
Contractor
Wintel Platform Engineer Contract - Competitive Rate Your new company PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST HAVE MINIMUM SC CLEARANCE FOR THIS ROLE Would you like to work with one of our most innovative public sector clients? They are currently looking for an Experienced Wintel Platform Engineer for an initial 6 month period. Our client is on a mission to deliver leading edge technology to some of its key departments. This is a great opportunity for you to be a part of this. Your new role Joining the Technology, Engineering and Operations function as platforms engineer, you will have responsibility for maintaining and developing our Platforms Infrastructure. You will use your knowledge and experience to ensure that the infrastructure and services are configured securely, highly available and performant. Working with internal Product Management teams you will further develop the core platforms to meet availability requirements and emerging user needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to be a part of a growing team in a modern and flexible working environment. This is a varied and exciting role for an experienced and enthusiastic individual looking to drive forward their technical ability and career. What you'll need to succeed Essential Experience - must be SC cleared Experienced engineer specialising in Microsoft Windows Server Enterprise, Active Directory, and Group Policy Management Working knowledge of networking protocols (UDP, TCP, TLS, DNS) Experience of using and developing PowerShell scripts. Strong debugging and troubleshooting abilities AWS Cloud, Lambada, EC2, RDS, VPC, IGW, IAM. Experience in working in Cross Domain and air gapped environments. Hands-on experience with VMware Windows 2022 experience and migration from 2012R2/20216. Experience of working on Windows Core as well as GU Experience with ADFS Ability to develop and maintain installation and configuration procedures and scenario playbooks Must be a self-starter and work productively with minimal supervision alone or in collaboration with a team Desirable Configuration management experience (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet) Experience in KeyClock, ADFS OAuth 2.0 and integration of cloud services Familiarity with software development practices (version control, CI/CD) Experience of open-source monitoring tools (e.g., Zabbix, Prometheus) What you'll get in return Competitive rate 6 month initial contract which will likely go on for 2 years What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
