Windows Infrastructure Specialist

Job Title: Windows Infrastructure Specialist

Location: Ipswich/London/ Cheltenham

Salary: Competitive + 5k DV Bonus + Generous Benefits

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.

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)

What your responsibility will be:

• Provide the technical direction for the build, delivery and maintenance of world class secure platforms, including Active Directory and Virtual Desktop components
• Be hands on in all aspects of the design, build and deployment of customer facing systems.
• Employ and adapt industry-leading techniques and best practices to suit customer challenges
• Work within existing monitoring, observability and security frameworks to achieve our customer’s requirements

You’ll definitely:

• Have experience integrating systems, networks or software in on-premise environments
• Have deep experience in deploying, supporting and patching Windows servers including AD, DNS and ADCS
• Have knowledge and hands-on experience of deploying and maintaining virtual desktop infrastructures such as Citrix VDA
• Be a collaborative partner, developing great working relationships with stakeholders, sharing knowledge and collaborating
• Contribute to a high-performance culture, empowering others through coaching and development using modern development methodologies

You might even:

• Have knowledge of DevOps methodologies and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Ansible or Puppet
• Have experience deploying and managing Microsoft SQL Server
• Have managed endpoint protection technologies such as Trellix ePO
• Have some exposure to Chocolatey and packaging for offline environments
• Be comfortable coordinating and prioritising activities according to internal and external requirements, responding positively to challenges, using your technical expertise to support you and those around you

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!