IT Systems Engineer – Contract Role
Location:
Bristol
3 month Contract
Security Clearance:
Must be eligible for SC
Start Date:
ASAP
We are urgently seeking an
experienced IT Systems Engineer
to join the team in Bristol, following a recent change in project resourcing. This role is business-critical and offers the opportunity to play a key part in supporting major Architecture & Systems (A&S) projects.
Working on-site with some travel across the South West, you'll be delivering
IT system design
,
in-service support
, and
deployment
activities across varied and technically challenging programmes.
Role Purpose
To provide robust, secure, and scalable IT System Design and In-Service Support to A&S projects – ensuring alignment with business goals, customer requirements, and security standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and implement full-stack IT systems – hardware, software, network
* Configure and manage
Windows Server
environments
* Develop and maintain
Group Policy
and security configurations
* Administer network switches and manage firewall rules for secure operations
* Install, configure, monitor and maintain
project IT infrastructure
* Deploy software and hardware, ensuring compliance with technical standards
* Perform system engineering activities and analyse customer requirements
* Create and maintain detailed
technical documentation
and deployment procedures
* Execute planned maintenance and support tasks in collaboration with engineering teams
* Troubleshoot complex system, software, and network issues
* Recommend and define optimal system architecture for future projects
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Strong experience in Windows Server/Desktop administration, including patching and OS deployment
* Background in network infrastructure, switch configuration, and firewall management
* Knowledge of
OS imaging
, deployment and system configuration
* Experience supporting large-scale systems across their lifecycle
* Excellent documentation and knowledge-sharing skills
* Strong problem-solving capabilities and a proactive mindset
* SC clearance (or eligibility to obtain)
Key Competencies
We're looking for someone who brings more than just technical skills — we value team players who:
* Thrive in a collaborative environment
* Communicate clearly and effectively at all levels
* Are resilient, adaptable, and able to juggle priorities
* Show initiative and take ownership of outcomes
* Remain calm under pressure and approach challenges positively
* Are eager to learn, develop, and support others