Infrastructure Engineering Professional

Job Req ID: 33479

Posting Date: 15 May 2024

Function: Cyber Security

Unit: Business

Location:

Cheltenham, Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive + 5k DV Bonus

Job Title: Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Cheltenham - 5 days on site

Due to the sensitive nature of this role you will be required to have DV (Developed Vetting) level Security Clearance (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels/national-security-vetting-clearance-levels). An allowance of £5k per annum will be payable monthly while you hold this DV and continue to work in a role that requires that level of security clearance. The terms of this allowance will be made available if you are successful in being recruited into this role.

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good.

You'll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters:

The Infrastructure Engineering Professional supports with Automation, Enterprise Systems Management (ESM) and Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CICD) technologies, supporting the execution of key technologies within the infrastructure landscape.

What you’ll do:

• Systems engineering across all popular operating systems on virtualised and cloud platforms.

• Automation of all aspects of systems infrastructure/service lifecycle.

• Consulting with customers and developers to design and implement solutions to delight our users.

• Design and deployment of wide range of software and services for enterprise and web-scale scenarios.

What you'll bring:

• Operating Systems deployment and advanced configuration (Linux, Windows)

• IP Networking (Routing, Firewall configuration)

• Virtualisation or cloud computing

• Enthusiasm to continually learn on new and unfamiliar technologies.

• Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

• Automation (Ansible, Terraform, AWX)

You may also have:

• Advanced networking (Advanced routing, Proxy config, VPNs, SDN, NSX-T)

• Containers (building, deploying), Kubernetes

• Agile project experience (JIRA)

• Cloud computing

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity makes sense for us, for our customers and for our future. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences, and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Our ambition focuses on recruiting and retaining people who are under-represented in our workforce. Including those from ethnic minority groups, disabled and neurodiverse people and women. However, diversity does not end there and anyone with different backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, ethnicities, ages or stages of life, disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply. Find out more about BT’s D&I manifesto by searching on our website.

What's in it for you:

• Discounted BT Broadband, TV & mobile packages and BT products

• On target Bonus

• 10% pension contribution

• Professional development and paid for industry certifications/qualifications

• Flexible benefits/rewards including dental insurance, healthcare, gym memberships etc.

• Well-being support for you and your family

• 3 days paid volunteering a year

• Flexible and smart working (subject to business needs)

Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. So, if you're excited about this role but your past-experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, don’t worry – we’d still love you to apply!