At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and maintain secure server infrastructure for critical Defence projects.
- Company: Join a leading Defence sector team focused on innovation and security.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, on-site work, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on AI capabilities and cyber security.
- Why this job: Be part of exciting projects that shape the future of Defence technology.
- Qualifications: Experience with MOD CIS, Linux, and virtual machine management required.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Server Infrastructure Engineer to support the management, maintenance, and assurance of secure testbed environments that enable critical digital development, integration, and innovation activities within the Defence sector. Working as part of a specialist engineering team, you will be responsible for maintaining both on-premise and cloud-hosted infrastructure environments, ensuring secure, reliable, and continuous support for development activities, testing, exercises, and emerging AI capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity for an infrastructure professional with Defence CIS experience who enjoys working across server technologies, cloud platforms, virtualisation, networking, and cyber security.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain on-premise server infrastructure, virtual environments, and deployable systems.
- Support cloud-hosted development and test environments within MOD-approved platforms.
- Build, configure, secure, and maintain Windows and Linux virtual machines.
- Provision and support secure developer laptops in accordance with MOD security standards.
- Ensure secure remote access capabilities for authorised users.
- Conduct vulnerability management activities and support cyber security assurance requirements.
- Maintain infrastructure documentation, architecture diagrams, and configuration records.
- Support deployable CIS capabilities for exercises, demonstrations, and development activities.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of AI-enabled development environments and supporting infrastructure.
- Work closely with engineering, development, and security teams to ensure service availability and compliance.
Essential Skills and Experience
- MOD CIS experience i.e. BCIP, OpNET.
- Knowledge of various Linux architectures and use of CLi.
- Experience building and managing virtual machines (Windows and Linux).
- Laptop builds (install and securing).
- Active Directory.
- Understanding of AI use cases and LLM functionality.
Desired knowledge and skills
- Kubernetes experience, installing and maintenance of clusters.
- ProxMox Hypervisor Server Installation and management.
- Networks (CCNA level).
- LDG, CTG and BCIP.
- Cloud Architecture (Azure and Oracle).
- Databases.
- Use of APIs for interoperability between applications.
If you'd like to discuss this Server Infrastructure Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to chloe.manerowski@cbsbutler.com and I will get in touch.
Server Infrastructure Engineer in Blandford Forum employer: CBSbutler Ltd.
Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Server Infrastructure Engineer in Blandford, where you will play a crucial role in supporting the Defence sector's digital development and cyber security initiatives. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that values professional growth, offering opportunities to enhance your skills in cutting-edge technologies while working on meaningful projects that contribute to national security. With competitive daily rates and a commitment to employee well-being, we provide an excellent environment for those looking to make a significant impact in their careers.
