Infrastructure Virtualisation Engineer

Our client, a recognised leader within the Defence & Security industry, is seeking a skilled Infrastructure Virtualisation Engineer for a contract role. This position involves supporting critical virtualisation infrastructure that underpins national security platforms. You will be working within the technical team responsible for designing, developing, and validating virtual estate components essential to mission-critical systems. Your expertise will help ensure the stability, resilience, and security of vital virtual infrastructure used by Defence operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, build, and validate virtualisation components within the NSoIT(D) Platform
Produce and review design artefacts at all levels
Support system testing activities and assist with troubleshooting of virtual environments
Collaborate with service management teams to resolve infrastructure issues rapidly
Document technical solutions and ensure compliance with security standards

Job Requirements:

Minimum of 3 years' experience in IT infrastructure with a strong focus on virtualisation
Proven knowledge of VMware ESXi and associated features such as Distributed Virtual Switches, Distributed Resource Scheduler, Distributed Power Management, VMware vSAN, and VMware vCenter

Experience with VMware NSX, Horizon, App Volumes, and App Stacks
Strong understanding of secure architecture development within complex environments
Ability to troubleshoot virtualisation components and support production systems
Relevant virtualisation certifications such as VMware VCP or equivalent obtained within the last five years
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Hold a valid Security Clearance (SC)

Desirable

Skills & Experience:

Experience of working within Defence or public sector environments, particularly Defence Digital
Knowledge of delivering secure solutions in UK Public Sector schemes

Experience with Agile (SAFE4) and Waterfall project methodologies
Familiarity with large-scale virtualisation infrastructures and networking certifications such as CCNA or VMware NSX-DC
Background in developing secure multi-tenant architectures
Educational background in Computer Science at bachelor's or master's level
Chartered Engineer status is advantageous
If you bring significant experience in virtualisation engineering and are ready for a challenging contract supporting vital Defence systems, apply now to be part of this critical project