Cloud Technical Lead - VCF - DV Cleared; IT​/Contractor

Cloud Technical Lead - VCF

Must have an Active DV Clearance.

This position is ideal for an experienced cloud professional with strong VMware expertise who enjoys leading technical teams and solving complex infrastructure challenges.

• Lead technical activities across cloud infrastructure and support services.
• Respond to complex escalations from 2nd Line support teams.
• Monitor systems using event management tooling and resolve technical incidents.
• Deliver planned infrastructure changes through established change management processes.
• Carry out readiness assessments for new services entering production.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation including Work Instructions and Patching Schedules.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams.
• Support continual service improvement and operational excellence.

• Strong experience administering VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). This is essential.
• Extensive experience across the VMware stack including VCF, vCenter, ESXi, NSX, SDDC Manager, and vCloud Director.
• Significant VMware administration and support experience.
• Experience with event management tools such as SCOM and Aria Operations.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience providing technical leadership within infrastructure environments.
• Automation and scripting experience using Power Shell.
• Windows Server administration experience.
• Experience with software distribution tools such as MECM.
• Good understanding of ITSM processes and service management best practice.
• Experience working within highly secure environments.

Candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks.

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.