VMware Leader Location: Farnborough (Hybrid - 2-3 days on-site) Salary: Circa £100,000 benefits Clearance: Must be eligible for UK SC clearance An established defence-sector consultancy is seeking a VMware Specialist to establish their VMware capability from the ground up. This is a senior, hands-on role with responsibility for setting direction, implementing best practice, and training a team to support long-term delivery. Role Overview Designing, building and implementing a new VMware environment Defining best practice standards for VMware infrastructure in a secure setting Supporting integration with wider systems, networks and security frameworks Acting as the subject matter expert for VMware across the business Training, mentoring and developing internal staff to manage and support VMware solutions Producing technical documentation, guidance and training materials Essential Experience Proven expertise in VMware design, implementation and administration Strong background in enterprise-scale virtualisation projects Ability to set up VMware capability in a secure or complex environment Experience creating documentation, standards and training resources Excellent communication skills and ability to mentor and upskill others Eligible for SC clearance Desirable Experience Previous work in defence or government projects Familiarity with MOD or HMG security requirements and policies Broader knowledge of infrastructure, networking and secure system integration Environment & Benefits The role offers a highly competitive salary alongside a modern working environment in Farnborough, with hybrid working, professional development opportunities, a contributory pension scheme and a range of employee perks including on-site facilities and a supportive, collaborative team culture.