Platform Engineer

Contract Infrastructure/Platform Engineer – (Windows/Linux)

Bristol HQ - Hybrid remote working

Long term contract (March 2027 expiry)

SC Clearance is essential

Up to £600 p/d Inside IR35

A leading Defence prime based in the Bristol area are looking to onboard a security cleared Infrastructure/Platform Engineer on a long term contract to support an ongoing programme.

This is a highly hands-on role requiring strong experience across Windows and Linux infrastructure, Docker, scripting, networking and Infrastructure as Code.

Key skills

Windows and Linux infrastructure experience.

PowerShell and Bash scripting.

Docker – image builds, container deployment and networking.

Infrastructure as Code – Ansible, PowerShell DSC or equivalent.

Networking – TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and firewalls.

Understanding of cyber security principles.

Experience working in an Agile Scrum environment.

Scrum Foundation/Professional certification required.

Key Responsibilities

Build, configure and maintain offline Windows and Linux platforms.

Import and install software within secure, offline environments.

Apply, manage and maintain changes across the subsystem including Security patching, Group Policy configuration, Windows Registry modifications and System configuration and hardening

Research and apply industry best practice to ensure secure, efficient and reliable infrastructure.

Build, manage and maintain offline Docker environments

Design and implement Infrastructure as Code solutions for offline Windows and Linux environments.

Develop and maintain automation using technologies such as Ansible and PowerShell DSC.

Troubleshoot infrastructure and application issues, including analysis of system and application logs.

Produce clear and comprehensive technical and user-facing documentation.

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