MPS Technician in Somerset, Yeovil

Job Description \n Interim Work Capacity Request No. \n C004919/3 \n 02-OCT-2026 \n (This is not an order) \n Reference to Our Request No.: C004919/3 \n Statement of Work \n Requirement Title: MPS Technician \n Requirements Description: The site is small and you will work with 4 other IT staff. \n Under the direction of CSE Yeovilton Head the incumbent will \n perform duties such as the following: \n * Manage multiple VMware vCenter & ESXi servers \n * Manage Windows Servers, AD, DNS, DHCP \n * Basic maintenance of Switches and Firewalls \n * Maintain Infodas SGWX diode \n * Maintain GPS Time Server \n * Install and maintain multiple server and client software \n applications \n * Maintain Bespoke Server application TEPA and its database \n * Maintain SofttrosLanManager messaging \n * Renewing certificates \n * Managing VIASAT encrypted drives \n * Loading Keymat to TCE621M devices \n * Escorting and assisting 3rd level engineers \n * Assist with testing and verification of new systems \n * Assist with VEEAM Backup \n * Supporting local ServiceDesk \n * Maintaining documentation on assigned systems \n * Support to VDI maintenance, and thin clients \n * Print server support. \n * Assist with EPO DLP \n * Install Sharepoint and SQL server patches. \n Performs other duties as may be required. \n Duties & Role: \n Requirements Description: REQUIRED SKILLS: \n * Vocational training at middle level in a relevant discipline, or \n equivalent, or Diploma of secondary education in IT System \n Administration with 5 years of experience. \n * Extensive Windows Server Administration experience \n * Intermediate Network maintenance and configuration experience \n * Advanced Workstation System Administration experience \n * Significant IT Service Desk Support experience \n * Experience working on multiple IT systems simultaneously in a \n fast moving dynamic environment, while being able to react quickly \n to user needs. \n Skill, Knowledge & Experience:Bonus Skills: \n * Knowledge of NATO IT Security Policies, Directives & Guidance \n * Prior experience of working in an international environment \n comprising both military and civilian \n * elements \n * Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization. \n * ITIL v3 Foundation \n * Specific experience with the following: TCE621, VIASAT drives, \n VEEAM Backup, Infodas SGWX, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, \n VMware vCenter, DELL Switches, Trellix EPO, SQL Server, \n Sharepoint Server, SoftrosLanManager, PKI Certificate renewal \n process, Horizon View. \n Equivalent NATO Grade: \n IWC Work Location: Yeovilton, GB \n Full time on-site: Yes \n Duration of the requirement \n Required Start Date: 23-JUL-2026 \n End Contract Date: 31-DEC-2026 \n Total Scope of the request (hours): 320 \n Specific Working Conditions: Office environment. All work on site. \n Usual working hours: 0830 - 1700hrs Mon - Thurs ; 0830 - \n 1500hrs Fri with 30minute lunchbreak (negotiable). \n 38hr working week with some flexibility on start and finish times. \n Required Security Clearance: NATO Cosmic Top Secret \n Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. \n An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. \n Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.