Monitoring Engineer | DV Cleared

Position: Monitoring Engineer

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Daily Rate: £600 to £750 Inside IR35

Clearance: UKSV DV Clearance Required

We are currently seeking an experienced Monitoring Engineer to join a high-profile defence sector client on a contract basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the implementation, administration, and optimisation of enterprise monitoring and management platforms, ensuring the availability, performance, and security of critical infrastructure and services.

• Strong hands‑on experience with SCOM (System Center Operations Manager)
• Experience administering SCCM / MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager)
• Proven background in Microsoft infrastructure technologies, including Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Azure services
• Experience configuring and managing monitoring, alerting, reporting, and performance management solutions
• Good understanding of networking technologies, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and network troubleshooting
• Experience supporting complex enterprise environments and resolving infrastructure‑related incidents
• Power Shell scripting and automation experience
• Knowledge of ITIL‑based service management practices

• Previous experience within Defence, Government, or other highly regulated environments
• Exposure to Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, or other enterprise monitoring technologies
• Understanding of secure, air‑gapped, or classified environments

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a mission‑critical defence environment, supporting the monitoring and management of complex Microsoft and network infrastructure while contributing to the resilience and performance of key operational systems.

To learn more, please do reach out to Tom Royston via email on

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