Infrastructure Engineer – Storage, Backup and Cyber Recovery
Do you have experience working on infrastructure related services?
Would you enjoy working as part of a team in the support of storage and cyber recovery solutions?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
At DVLA, digital services are at the heart of how we deliver for millions of citizens across the UK. Information Technology Services (ITS) provides the critical infrastructure, platforms and support that enable the Agency to deliver secure, reliable and innovative services to customers, partners and colleagues.
As part of the Infrastructure & Operations Services (I&OPS) directorate, the Storage, Backup and Cyber Recovery team are responsible for maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure that stores and protects DVLA's vital data and services. The team manages enterprise storage, backup and cyber recovery solutions, ensuring systems remain resilient, secure and recoverable in the face of evolving threats and operational challenges.
Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King’s birthday
- Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
Read more in the Benefits section below!
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As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will help support and maintain the DVLA's enterprise storage, backup, and cyber recovery platforms. The role is important in helping to ensure the availability, resilience, and recoverability of critical services, supporting business continuity and data protection requirements.
Working as part of the Storage, Backup & Cyber Recovery team, you will provide technical support across a range of storage, backup, and cyber recovery technologies. You will contribute to the delivery, support, and ongoing improvement of the DVLA's data protection and recovery capabilities, helping to maintain reliable and secure infrastructure services.
You will play an active role in resolving technical issues and identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will help deliver effective operational support and contribute to the continued development of the service.
Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:
- Ensure services are delivered and used as required.
- Work with and support colleagues to provide infrastructure services.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, technical specialists, engineers and third-party suppliers to deliver reliable infrastructure services.
- Create and maintain technical documentation.
- Contribute to the support of the storge, backup and cyber recovery services.
For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.
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Infrastructure Engineer – Storage, Backup and Cyber Recovery
Company: Government Recruitment Service Salary: £40,590 to £40,590 a year Hours: Full-time Location: Swansea Job type: Permanent Posting date: 19 Oct 2026 Closing date: 3 Nov 2026
Summary
Do you have experience working on infrastructure related services?
Would you enjoy working as part of a team in the support of storage and cyber recovery solutions?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!
At DVLA, digital services are at the heart of how we deliver for millions of citizens across the UK. Information Technology Services (ITS) provides the critical infrastructure, platforms and support that enable the Agency to deliver secure, reliable and innovative services to customers, partners and colleagues.
As part of the Infrastructure & Operations Services (I&OPS) directorate, the Storage, Backup and Cyber Recovery team are responsible for maintaining and enhancing the infrastructure that stores and protects DVLA's vital data and services. The team manages enterprise storage, backup and cyber recovery solutions, ensuring systems remain resilient, secure and recoverable in the face of evolving threats and operational challenges.
Joining our department comes with many benefits, including:
- Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
- 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King’s birthday
- Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
Read more in the Benefits section below!
Find out more about what it's like working at DVLA - Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency – Civil Service Careers.
As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will help support and maintain the DVLA's enterprise storage, backup, and cyber recovery platforms. The role is important in helping to ensure the availability, resilience, and recoverability of critical services, supporting business continuity and data protection requirements.
Working as part of the Storage, Backup & Cyber Recovery team, you will provide technical support across a range of storage, backup, and cyber recovery technologies. You will contribute to the delivery, support, and ongoing improvement of the DVLA's data protection and recovery capabilities, helping to maintain reliable and secure infrastructure services.
You will play an active role in resolving technical issues and identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will help deliver effective operational support and contribute to the continued development of the service.
Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to:
- Ensure services are delivered and used as required.
- Work with and support colleagues to provide infrastructure services.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, technical specialists, engineers and third-party suppliers to deliver reliable infrastructure services.
- Create and maintain technical documentation.
- Contribute to the support of the storge, backup and cyber recovery services.
For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
About Disability Confident Disability Confident is a government scheme. It encourages employers to recruit and retain disabled people and those with long term health conditions.
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Infrastructure Engineer – Storage, Backup and Cyber Recovery in Swansea employer: Government Recruitment Service
The Ministry of Justice is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where finance professionals can thrive. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working options, and a robust pension scheme, the MoJ fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to influence key financial strategies that impact the nation. Located nationally, this role provides the unique advantage of engaging with diverse stakeholders across the UK, making it a rewarding place for those seeking meaningful contributions to public service.
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