Salary: £48,000 - 88,000 per year Requirements: Proven experience with Microsoft and Linux technologies in secure, high-availability environments Strong expertise in Active Directory design and implementation across multi-site, multi-tenant setups Hands-on knowledge of automation tooling and scripting Experience contributing to complex system designs and high-quality documentation Solid understanding of Broadcom and Microsoft virtualisation platforms Deep knowledge of Network Security and TCP/IP networking Exposure to hybrid/multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, OCI) (desired) Familiarity with Ansible, Aria, Terraform, Puppet (desired) Experience with container technologies (Kubernetes, Tanzu) (desired) Understanding of Azure Entra Identity (desired) Responsibilities: Support secure, enterprise-scale environments within the defence sector Design and implement Active Directory solutions across complex multi-site setups Utilize automation tooling and scripting to enhance operational efficiency Contribute to the creation of comprehensive system designs and documentation Ensure high-quality installations and configurations of Broadcom and Microsoft virtualisation platforms Maintain a deep understanding of network security protocols and practices Work with hybrid/multi-cloud environments to optimize resources Collaborate with the team on the use of various automation tools and container technologies Provide insights on identity management solutions using Azure Entra Identity Technologies: AWS Active Directory Ansible Azure Cloud Support Kubernetes Linux Network Puppet Security TCP/IP Terraform DevOps More: We are a leading IT Services organization committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions within the defence sector. Located in Salisbury, our team is dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and excellence are highly valued. This role offers the opportunity to work onsite three days a week, with a competitive day rate of £550 to £600 per day, inside IR35. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive community, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Your success is our success, and we are excited to support you throughout the recruitment process. last updated 5 week of 2026