3rd Line Directory Services Engineer – Contract Opportunity – Basingstoke (On-Site)
Are you a seasoned infrastructure engineer with deep expertise in Active Directory and Windows Server environments? We’re looking for a proactive and technically sharp 3rd Line Directory Services Engineer to join a high-performing team supporting a secure, multi-tenant environment.
Location: Basingstoke – 5 days on-site
Start Date: 22nd December 2025 (or sooner)
End Date: 22nd June 2026
Type: Contract
Working Pattern: Rotating shifts (07:00–15:00 and 11:00–19:00)
Clearance Required: Purple
What You’ll Be Doing:
 * Supporting and maintaining Active Directory Domain Services in a secure environment
 * Responding to escalations from 2nd Line checks and managing incidents via ITSM tooling
 * Monitoring systems using SCOM and SCCM
 * Collaborating with Engineering and Architecture teams on new releases and readiness assessments
 * Creating and maintaining documentation (e.g. work instructions, patching schedules)
 * Travelling to other customer sites periodically as needed
What You’ll Bring:
Essential Skills:
 * Strong problem-solving mindset with a creative approach
 * Deep knowledge of AD DS, Windows Server 2019+, DNS, and Group Policy
 * Experience in multi-tenant environments and PowerShell scripting
 * Familiarity with SCOM, SCCM, and project management terminology
 * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure setting
Desirable Skills:
 * Exposure to VMware vCenter (user-level)
 * Understanding of ITIL and Agile methodologies
 * Comfortable adapting to change and shifting priorities
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-impact project within a secure infrastructure environment. If you're ready to take on a hands-on role with real responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.
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