At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and maintain cloud infrastructure while driving improvements and automation.
- Company: Join the DVSA, a key player in UK road safety and an inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, flexible working, and a generous pension contribution.
- Other info: Great opportunities for professional development and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on road safety while advancing your IT career in a friendly environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for modern IT platforms and strong communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 35663 - 35663 £ per year.
The DVSA plays a crucial role in maintaining safety standards on the roads, conducting tests, and overseeing vehicle-related matters in the UK. The Cloud Infrastructure team supports the infrastructure that provides the services used by colleagues across the country, with a strong focus on user experience, appropriate security, continuous improvement, and sustainability.
To achieve this, the Cloud Infrastructure Engineering team provides second/third line IT support, acting as a middle ground between the Service Desk and dedicated SME support teams. We help to maintain and develop modern, cloud-hosted IaaS and leverage Cloud solutions such as M365, Azure, Meraki, Dynamics, Intune, Apple Automated Device Enrolment and other technologies to continually modernise our estate.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Maintenance of core infrastructure services through incident and problem management.
- Drive improvements to deliver new and updated core infrastructure services, according to business and user needs to ensure maximum value is achieved from services.
- Drive automation throughout the core infrastructure estate.
- System monitoring and maintenance, monitoring servers, networks, backups and end user devices to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
- Deploy and configure servers, end user device software, networking equipment, and enterprise software according to organisational standards.
- Implement and maintain security controls, monitor for threats, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation of infrastructure configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guides for team use.
- Management of Junior Infrastructure Engineers.
We are looking for someone who:
- Is a confident communicator and team player.
- Has a real interest in modern IT platforms.
- Has a drive for continuous improvement.
- Has a passion for delivering quality and results.
- Embraces new technologies to deliver the right solution.
- Has a strong willingness to continually develop and learn.
Working hours, office attendance and travel requirements:
- Full time roles consist of 37 hours per week.
- Regular travel to other offices will be required, which may involve overnight stays.
- This role is suitable for hybrid working, which is a non-contractual arrangement where a combination of workplace and home-based working can be accommodated subject to business requirements.
Alongside your salary of £35,663, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency contributes £10,331 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits:
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
- 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday.
- Access to the staff discount portal.
- Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department.
- 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile.
Infrastructure Engineer employer: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous benefits such as a substantial pension contribution, flexible working options, and opportunities for career development, employees are empowered to thrive while making a meaningful impact on road safety and sustainability across the UK.
Contact Details:
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Recruitment Team
