At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the team delivering next-gen UK defence capabilities through secure digital platforms.
- Company: World-leading defence organisation at the forefront of innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid work model, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
- Other info: 12-month contract with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape future defence technology while working on highly sensitive aerospace programmes.
- Qualifications: Experience in secure environments, cloud technologies, and automation practices.
The predicted salary is between 71.43 - 71.43 £ per hour.
Reading/Hybrid (3 days per week on site)
12 Month Contract
£71.43 per hour Inside ir35
Active SC Clearance is required for this role
Play a key role in delivering the next generation of UK defence capability. We are supporting a defence client on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) - a landmark international defence initiative developing the future combat air system - and are looking for a Systems Engineer to join the Secure Digital Platform (SDP) team. This is an opportunity to work on highly sensitive MOD and aerospace programmes, helping build and support the secure digital infrastructure that underpins mission-critical defence capability.
Responsibilities:
- Supporting secure cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments
- Assisting with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud platform operations
- Maintaining Windows Server and Linux environments
- Supporting virtualisation platforms and enterprise hosting solutions
- Working with Kubernetes/OpenShift container platforms
- Monitoring system performance, availability and resilience
- Supporting incident management, troubleshooting and service improvements
- Contributing to automation and Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives using tools such as Terraform, Ansible or PowerShell
- Supporting secure infrastructure changes, documentation and operational processes
Experience Required:
- Experience within defence, aerospace, MOD, government or other secure environments
- Experience supporting Windows Server and/or Linux platforms
- Understanding of cloud technologies, ideally Microsoft Azure
- Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls)
- Exposure to VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, OpenShift or container technologies
- Interest in automation, DevOps practices and modern platform engineering
Why join?
- Work on the GCAP programme, shaping future defence technology
- Support secure digital platforms within a highly sensitive aerospace environment
- Gain exposure to modern cloud, container and automation technologies
- Join a world-leading defence organisation at the forefront of innovation
If this is of interest, please feel free to submit your CV.
Senior Systems Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) in Reading employer: CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
At CBSbutler, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Hampshire location provides a secure environment for our DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers to thrive, with competitive rates and opportunities for professional growth within a high-profile infrastructure programme. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your career development in a meaningful way.
Contact Details:
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Recruitment Team
