Overview
Infrastructure Consultant (Senior Engineer / Technical Lead)
Location: Farnborough (hybrid working available)
Salary: £65,000 – £80,000 + Excellent Benefits + Yearly Tax Free Bonus
Due to the nature of the work you are required to hold a minimum Government Security Clearance and be willing to go through DV Clearance if not already held. You must be a UK National Citizen; unfortunately no dual nationalities—only UK Born Citizens will be accepted for this role.
Are you an experienced Infrastructure Consultant with a proven track record of delivering projects in a client-facing environment? Do you enjoy engaging with customers, shaping solutions and leading technical delivery? If so, this opportunity could be ideal.
NexGen Associates are working with a Defence IT Consultancy who is seeking an Infrastructure Consultant to join their project delivery team, working closely with Technical Architects, Project Managers and engineers. You will play a pivotal role in turning high-level designs into low-level solutions and leading the technical build through to implementation.
As a consultant, you will be expected to work directly with clients, capture requirements and provide subject matter expertise across multiple technologies. This role demands strong stakeholder management, excellent communication and the ability to deliver under pressure.
Responsibilities
* Consult directly with customers to capture requirements and shape system configurations
* Act as the technical lead across infrastructure projects, ensuring on-time and high-quality delivery
* Collaborate with Technical Architects and Project Managers to align solutions with client expectations
* Deliver knowledge transfer sessions, documentation, and post-implementation support to ensure seamless handover into BAU
* Contribute to the development of repeatable design patterns and automation frameworks
* Proven consultancy background with direct client-facing delivery experience
* 3+ years’ experience in IT infrastructure project delivery across one or more of the following areas:
* Microsoft Windows Server
* VMware vSphere
* RHEL / Openshift
* Cisco / Dell networking
* Automation and scripting (PowerShell, Ansible)
* Strong technical troubleshooting and implementation experience across multi-vendor environments
* Ability to lead technical workstreams and mentor junior team members
* Application hosting / big data platforms
* Large-scale desktop rollouts and tech refresh programmes
* Dell hardware, storage, and networking solutions
* Business process automation
* Relevant certifications (CCNA / CCNP, VMware VCP, RHEL System Admin, Dell / HP vendor certs)
Qualifications
* 3+ years’ experience in IT infrastructure project delivery across one or more of the following areas: Microsoft Windows Server, VMware vSphere, RHEL / Openshift, Cisco / Dell networking
* Automation and scripting experience (PowerShell, Ansible)
* Strong technical troubleshooting and implementation experience across multi-vendor environments
* Proven consultancy background with direct client-facing delivery experience
* Relevant certifications (CCNA / CCNP, VMware VCP, RHEL System Admin, Dell / HP vendor certs)
Personal Attributes
* Highly professional, credible, and comfortable engaging with stakeholders up to Director level
* Confident in leading technical discussions and presenting solutions to clients
* Self-motivated and results-oriented, with strong decision-making skills
* Focused on delivering exceptional customer service and quality outcomes
This is an opportunity to work on high-profile, complex IT projects across Defence, Government and Enterprise customers. You’ll combine technical expertise with consultancy skills, shaping and delivering solutions that make a real impact.
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