Deadline Date: Monday 15 June 2026
Requirement: MPS Technician
Location: Yeovilton, GB
Full Time On-Site: Yes
Time On-Site: 100%
Total Scope of the request (hours): 836
Required Start Date: 23 July 2026
End Contract Date: 31 December 2026
Required Security Clearance: NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET
Duties & Role:
Under the direction of CSE Yeovilton Head the incumbent will perform duties such as the following:
* Manage multiple VMware vCenter & ESXi servers
* Manage Windows Servers, AD, DNS, DHCP
* Basic maintenance of Switches and Firewalls
* Maintain Infodas SGWX diode
* Maintain GPS Time Server
* Install and maintain multiple server and client software applications
* Maintain Bespoke Server application TEPA and its database
* Maintain Softtros LanManager messaging
* Renewing certificates
* Managing VIASAT encrypted drives
* Loading Keymat to TCE621M devices
* Escorting and assisting 3rd level engineers
* Assist with testing and verification of new systems
* Assist with VEEAM Backup
* Supporting local ServiceDesk
* Maintaining documentation on assigned systems
* Support to VDI maintenance, and thin clients
* Print server support.
* Assist with EPO DLP
* Install Sharepoint and SQL server patches.
* Performs other duties as may be required.
Specific Working Conditions: The site is small and you will work with 4 other IT staff. Usual working hours: 0830 – 1700hrs Mon – Thurs; 0830 –1500hrs Fri with 30 minute lunchbreak (negotiable). 38hr working week with some flexibility on start and finish times.
Requirements
Skill, Knowledge & Experience:
* The candidate must have a currently active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET security clearance
* Vocational training at middle level in a relevant discipline, or equivalent, or Diploma of secondary education in IT System Administration with 5 years of experience.
* Extensive Windows Server Administration experience
* Intermediate Network maintenance and configuration experience
* Advanced Workstation System Administration experience
* Significant IT Service Desk Support experience
* Experience working on multiple IT systems simultaneously in a fast moving dynamic environment, while being able to react quickly to user needs.
Desired Skills:
* Knowledge of NATO IT Security Policies, Directives & Guidance
* Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements
* Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization.
* ITIL v3 Foundation
* Specific experience with the following: TCE621, VIASAT drives, VEEAM Backup, Infodas SGWX, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, VMware vCenter, DELL Switches, Trellix EPO, SQL Server, Sharepoint Server, Softros LanManager, PKI Certificate renewal process, Horizon View.