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Job Title: SC Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Location: Farnborough, occasional visits to Scotland Duration: 6 months with possible extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC clearance process Are you ready to be part of shaping the future? Our client, a leading organisation in defence technology and innovation, is seeking a dedicated Infrastructure Engineer to join their Farnborough team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects supporting maritime and defence initiatives, in a collaborative environment that values innovation and expertise. What you'll be doing: Providing server and virtualisation support across multiple projects, ensuring seamless and secure data transfer Leading small technical projects and supporting larger initiatives by managing a small team Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues within IT infrastructure Developing technical documentation, test plans, user guides, and system integration reports Mentoring junior colleagues and supporting their development Managing tasks independently, with increasing complexity over time Supporting the deployment and maintenance of backup solutions such as Veeam Ensuring security principles are embedded within all infrastructure activities What you'll bring: Hands-on experience as a 3rd line infrastructure engineer, with strong knowledge of servers and virtualisation Broad understanding of networking and IT concepts, with a focus on security principles Proficiency with VMware, Windows Server, backup solutions, and documentation tools Ability to work effectively within a team and manage your own workload A first degree in Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience Eligibility for SC clearance, with willingness to undergo vetting This role offers hybrid working arrangements and may require travel to other sites. Join a vibrant, innovative environment where your skills will contribute to future defence solutions. If you're passionate about infrastructure and eager to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

Group IT Infrastructure Manager Our client based in Tamworth, is seeking a Group IT Infrastructure Manager to support over 300 users across sites in the UK, Ireland, Scotland and Dubai. You'll lead a team of skilled IT individuals, fostering a collaborative and service focused culture. From delivering large-scale infrastructure projects to ensuring the seamless day-to-day operation of critical systems, the Group IT Infrastructure Manager will work on meaningful projects, collaborate with cross functional teams, and directly influence the success of our organisation. As a Group IT Infrastructure Manager, you will need to have/be: Networking Strong network admin, installation, and troubleshooting skills (CCNA level). Experience with Cisco, Fortinet, Ruckus; performance and security focused. Skilled in VLANs, VPNs, firewalls, QoS, and high-availability design. Hardware & Infrastructure Good understanding of hardware, cabling, wireless tech, and IT security basics. Experience with rack servers, RAID, SAN/NAS storage. Competent with monitoring tools (SolarWinds, Nagios, PRTG). Microsoft Technologies Strong Windows Server (Apply online only , AD, Group Policy, and systems admin. Working knowledge of Exchange Online. Experience with Azure AD and hybrid identity. Familiar with Intune and JAMF for device management. Solid Office 365 and Windows 10/11 admin skills. Virtualisation & Cloud Skilled in Hyper-V and VMware (resource management, backups, failover). Exposure to Azure, AWS, GCP for migrations and optimisation. Communication Systems Experience with enterprise VoIP systems. Knowledge of IP CCTV setup, storage, and network integration. Backup & DR Proficient with Veeam for backup/replication. Experience in DR planning, failover, and resilience testing. Security & Compliance Strong grasp of cybersecurity (firewalls, EPP, vulnerabilities, threat detection). Understanding of ISO 27001 and GDPR; audit support experience. Familiar with SIEM tools (Splunk, Sentinel). Operating Systems & Automation Working knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS). Scripting with PowerShell, Bash, Python. Familiar with ITSM platforms (ServiceNow, Freshservice). Soft Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. Excellent communicator across technical/non-technical teams. Highly organised with good multitasking skills. Leadership experience driving team performance and improvement. Certifications Essential: MCSE, ITIL, CCNA (or equivalent) Desirable: CISSP / Security+, ISO 27001, PRINCE2 Details: Salary : 65, 000 - 70, 000 Working Hours : Full time Monday - Friday Location : Tamworth (on site full time) Duration : Permanent Role of Group IT Infrastructure Manager: Visible, approachable leader across all sites. Partner with departments to deliver proactive, value-driven IT solutions. Provide IT input in management meetings to support strategic decisions. Support wider teams during peak periods to maintain smooth operations. Oversee daily IT operations across servers, applications, and networks. Manage installation, upgrades, and maintenance of hardware/software. Lead procurement and lifecycle management of IT equipment. Ensure system performance through testing, monitoring, and improvement. Manage and optimise WAN infrastructure across all sites. Maintain strong security controls to protect systems and data. Proactively identify and resolve vulnerabilities through updates and patches. Maintain robust disaster recovery and backup strategies. Assess technology risks and implement mitigation measures. Test and refine DR and continuity plans to ensure resilience. Lead major infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrations. Work with MIS to align infrastructure and system development. Create project plans, manage resources, and deliver on time and budget. Manage the IT budget and track expenditure. Build strong vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure SLAs are met. Lead and develop 3rd Line Engineers and Helpdesk teams. Oversee Helpdesk performance and ensure timely issue resolution. Foster a collaborative, customer-focused, and continuously improving culture. Stay updated on new technologies and recommend improvements. Drive continuous improvement across infrastructure and service delivery. Align IT services and projects with long-term organisational goals. Strong analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills. Willing to work evenings/weekends/public holidays when required. Benefits of working as a Group IT Infrastructure Manager: 23 days annual leave + bank holidays Option to purchase up to 5 extra days annual leave Health Cashback Plan Pension Scheme Life Assurance Free Parking

ICT Infrastructure Engineer (M365) Salary : £33,622 - £40,473 per annum Contract: Permanent - Full Time, we are happy to talk part-time and flexible working Location: Balloch – with hybrid working model in place Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes in the world? Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park covers over 720 square miles of Scotland’s finest countryside which welcomes over 4 million visitors each year. From the stunning sea lochs and rugged coastline through the majestic glens and breath-taking Loch, Scotland’s first National Park truly is a magical place to live or visit and an incredible place to work. The role: We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced ICT Infrastructure Engineer to join our small, dedicated team providing ICT support services for Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast paced and high performing organisation at a truly exciting time for the Information Services team as we expand our use of Microsoft 365, look towards full Cloud adoption and being planning on our new Digital Strategy. An experienced professional, with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, you will have a proven track record in supporting, developing, and securing M365, Azure and Cloud based platforms, from user and app management to compliance and governance aspects as well as on site infrastructure (such as networking equipment, Microsoft Server, and VMware virtual environments) As someone who has a background in both Microsoft 365 and Azure and on-premise technologies, you will understand how to organise and prioritise a varied workload to meet deadlines all while being confident, credible, proactive, and creative when driving quality improvement and good practice. Responsibilities: Provide administration and support of secure and efficient IT, telephony, data, and intranet systems, which support the business needs of the organisation, including M365, server 2016-19, networking, ICT Helpdesk (end-user support), cyber security, ongoing maintenance, system development and business continuity. Lead the planning, implementation, administration, and development of the organisations M365 tenancy and applications. Support the development & implementation of new technologies by advising on design concepts & changes, implementation strategies & deployment timelines. Contribute with modern thinking regarding Infrastructure technologies to assist in the digitalization of the business. Undertake defined support activities including performing Scheduled Maintenance (controlled upgrades and fixes), testing, problem diagnosis and Root-cause Analysis, resolving subsequent issues within agreed parameters. Provide advice and information on matters relating to Information Services systems and software, and ICT\GIS team service delivery, and support the effective monitoring of all such systems and services. Contribute to developing and supporting awareness initiatives, including training and the production of user guides, to promote more effective, efficient, and sustainable use of the organisation’s Information Services resources. Assist with the provision of effective Information Services administration by maintaining key documents and records such as Asset Registers, Network Diagrams, Technical procedures, and configuration documents. Document technical procedures and routines and assist in the production and publication of all Information Services service standards and make recommendations for policy or action. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as required.   Who we are looking for: Your skills, abilities and experience should include: Demonstrable relevant experience of working in a similar role Experience of developing and supporting M365, including Azure AD, Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Intune, Autopilot and O365 Apps Experience of developing and supporting M365 Power Platform services, such as Power BI and Power Automate. Demonstrable technical ability Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills The ability to adapt and to learn new skills and technologies A recognised computing or other relevant qualification at Degree level or equivalent, or equivalent relevant experience  Ideally, but not essential, you’ll also have: Experience of Microsoft Azure Infrastructure as a service Strong knowledge of security solutions including firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection, network monitoring and MDM systems Strong knowledge and understanding of M365 Strong knowledge and understanding of Active Directory and Group policy Relevant Microsoft Qualifications Who we are and our values:  We offer flexible and remote working, with a generous pension scheme and annual leave allowance. Staff have access to wellbeing services and there is a strong focus on wellbeing throughout the organisation. Being part of Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority means being passionate about what you do, working hard to inspire and lead the way for others. We care about each other and are accessible and friendly treating each other with respect and understanding, we think about our planet with each decision we make. Together, we are the difference. Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park Authority are proud to celebrate difference. Diversity of experience is vital in our success we want our business to be representative to the communities we work alongside.  As an equal opportunity employer, we actively encourage applicants from a wide range of individuals, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, gender identity and expression, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.  Closing date: 3 January 2024. Interview dates are set for: w/c 15 January 2024.