Overview
Join the SiXworks Revolution as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer! We are a small, thriving company based in Farnborough, delivering proofs of concept and high quality, focused IT consultancy. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join our team in Farnborough (with overseas travel required).
Essentials
* Windows Server 2016+ administration.
* VMware vSphere/vCenter/VCF. Azure/Microsoft 365 administration.
* Linux (CentOS/RedHat/Ubuntu).
* PowerShell.
* EUD provisioning (Autopilot), maintenance, patching and hardening. SSO – concepts and operation.
* Understanding of working in protectively marked environments.
Desirable skills
* Kubernetes administration e.g. VMware TKGI
* DevSecOps Tooling
* Elastic
* Nessus
* Application Packaging
* HashiCorp - Terraform
* HashiCorp - Vault
* Experience working in Agile sprints
* SC/DV Clearance
Responsibilities
* Maintain, improve, and secure SiXworks’ multi-classification, virtualised, collaboration and development environments.
* Work with IT infrastructure colleagues to improve SiXworks’ Secure by Design capabilities, internally and across its projects.
* Provide Infrastructure support to SiXworks’ public cloud SaaS offerings (Office 365) as well as project-based systems (public, private and hybrid clouds) in implementation and support lifecycles.
* Perform maintenance tasks on the infrastructure through change control.
* Assist with monitoring and management of SiXworks’ and project-based ticketing and alerting systems for new changes and security alerts.
* Triage monitoring alerts and perform appropriate action.
* Maintain monitoring components in line with infrastructure developments.
* Ensure all platforms are patched in line with provider recommendations and SiXworks security policy.
* Quickly and accurately assess impact of incidents, initiate return to service and ensure follow up actions are completed.
* Identify trends and problems and plan changes to improve stability and performance.
* Maintain cutting edge knowledge and skills in the design and build of secure public, private, and hybrid cloud and network technologies.
* Develop personal knowledge through study/research toward vocational certifications in relevant technologies/vendors.
* Advise customers and project teams on infrastructure and support aspects.
* Cascade knowledge through knowledge articles for the team and wider organisation.
* Support the SiXworks team in winning business.
About SiXworks
SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. We are unified in our mission to accelerate innovation and adoption of secure, digital technology to improve the operational agility of Defence and National Security.
Why join SiXworks?
Our team is a fusion of brilliance, featuring senior operational, technical, and business leaders from various industries and the armed forces. We’re also powered by a league of extraordinary IT engineers, architects, developers, and project managers. Together, we’re an unstoppable force of digital innovation!
What we offer in return
SiXworks offers a unique work culture around our core principles Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer:
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
* Private Medical Insurance.
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Contributory pension scheme
* Professional Development opportunities
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Perks at Work scheme.
* Contributory company pension.
* Discretionary Bonus scheme.
* Secure, on-site parking, cafe, restaurant, and gym facilities.
* Casual dress.
* Free hot and cold drinks in our own, modern kitchen/break-out.
UK Security Clearance
Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must be a UK sole national and either have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance (Including DV).
More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found on GOV.UK.
SiXworks is an IBM subsidiary which has been acquired by IBM and will be integrated into the IBM organisation. By proceeding with this application, you understand that SiXworks will share your personal information with other IBM subsidiaries involved in your recruitment process. More information on how IBM protects your personal information is available at IBM’s privacy site.
Notice
SiXworks recognises the benefits of Reserve service to Country, Company and individual. We support Reservists and actively encourage them to apply.
We are not considering submissions from agencies.
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