At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design and support of secure Windows-based systems for defence and aerospace.
- Company: Join Leonardo, a global leader in technology with a commitment to inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, comprehensive health support, and access to 4,000+ online courses.
- Other info: Hybrid working options available with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in high-security environments while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Expertise in Windows Server and strong troubleshooting skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Windows-based enterprise infrastructures. You'll play a central role in the design, deployment, and support of high-security systems that underpin key defence and aerospace operations.
- Provide expert-level troubleshooting for incidents escalated from 1st and 2nd line support, ensuring consistent and minimal disruption to services.
- Deploy and integrate secure Windows Server environments (Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP) using industry best practices.
- Use monitoring tools to proactively optimize system performance and ensure high availability.
- Participate in IT projects, ensuring infrastructure design meets both technical and business objectives.
- Collaborate closely with network, security, and application teams to deliver reliable, secure IT services.
Technologies:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2019/2022/2025
- Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP
- Exchange Server 2019, SQL Server, SharePoint 2019
- VMware Cloud Foundation
- Windows 10 & 11
- Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM)
- Microsoft System Centre Operations Manager (SCOM)
- Microsoft Certificate Services, Hardware Security Modules (HSMs), and lifecycle key management
We offer a comprehensive, company-funded benefits package that supports your wellbeing, career development, and work–life balance. Whether you're looking to grow professionally, care for your health, or plan for the future, we’re here to help you thrive.
- Secure your Future: Benefit from our award-winning pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Free access to mental health support, financial advice, and employee-led networks championing inclusion and diversity.
- Rewarding Performance: All employees at management level and below are eligible for our bonus scheme.
- Never Stop Learning: Free access to 4,000+ online courses via Coursera and LinkedIn Learning.
- Refer a friend: Receive a financial reward through our referral programme.
- Spend up to £500 annually on flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, family cover, tech & lifestyle discounts, gym memberships and more.
- Flexible working: Flexible hours with hybrid working options. For part time opportunities, please talk to us about what might be possible for this role.
Headquartered in Italy, we employ over 53,000 people worldwide including 8,500 across 9 sites in the UK. At Leonardo we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible, and welcoming workplace.
Contract Type: Permanent
Hybrid Working:
