At a Glance
- Tasks: Support critical IT infrastructure deployment and management in a secure environment.
- Company: Join a secure government programme with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £55,000 and hands-on experience in a dynamic setting.
- Other info: Active DV clearance needed; excellent career growth opportunities await.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced, secure delivery environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in infrastructure engineering and strong problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 52413 £ per year.
A secure government programme is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to support the deployment, integration, and ongoing management of critical IT infrastructure.
This is a hands-on role working across server, network, storage, and desktop environments, supporting a highly secure and fast-paced delivery environment. Due to the nature of the work, active DV clearance is required to start.
Key Responsibilities- Deploy and integrate hardware and software across infrastructure environments
- Test deliverables, document outcomes, and manage fault identification and resolution
- Administer, maintain, and enhance systems to improve performance and service quality
- Provide 2nd and 3rd line support, working within agreed SLAs
- Deliver tasks in line with project plans, timelines, and quality standards
- Maintain operational documentation, asset records, and system updates
- Provide regular progress updates to internal stakeholders
- Experience in infrastructure engineering within secure or specialist environments
- Background as an Infrastructure or Field Engineer across small to medium IT projects
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Infrastructure administration
- Hardware deployment
- Fault diagnosis and resolution
- Ability to work independently and manage workload within SLA-driven environments
- Experience working in customer-facing roles
- Knowledge of ITIL Service Management processes
- MCP certification (or equivalent)
- Understanding of secure data centre environments and UK Government standards
- Experience with:
- File and print clusters
- Thin client environments
- Messaging systems
- Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills
- Experience reporting across multiple levels and monitoring KPIs
IT Infrastructure Engineers in Watford employer: Searchability NS&D
Join a leading government programme in Watford as an IT Infrastructure Engineer, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to maintaining critical IT infrastructure in a secure environment. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while contributing to meaningful projects. With competitive salaries and a commitment to work-life balance, we offer a rewarding workplace for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of IT.