IT Senior Solutions Engineer (Multi Office Based)
Senior Solutions Engineer responsible for managing and securing air-gapped IT infrastructure for a defense-focused cyber business, including VDI, servers, and compliance with standards like ISO27001.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Maidenhead (GBR)
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Solutions engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in IT infrastructure or solutions engineering roles.
- Ability to obtain/maintain the required level of security clearance.
- Strong ability to manage conflict resolution within the direct team, cross-functionally, and with external vendors.
- Proven experience working effectively in a global enterprise environment.
- Self-Starter: Able to independently research solutions, take ownership of projects, and meet deadlines while managing multiple priorities efficiently.
- Problem Solver: Proactive in identifying and addressing issues before they impact service delivery, with strong attention to detail and a results-oriented approach.
Full description
Company: Ultra Intelligence & Communications
Cyber (UK) Business
Powering Decision
Join the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield—find your place in the future of defense.
Cyber Business
Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.
Job Description
This role will be based at our Cyber Centre of Excellence in Maidenhead, covering both this and our facility in Farnborough. Our candidate could work primarily from either site.
Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the sensitive nature of the programs we deliver for our customers.
Position Overview:
The Senior Solutions Engineer holds overall responsibility for the day-to-day provision, management, and support of local air gapped IT infrastructure. This role ensures all staff have adequate IT provisioning to meet operational needs.
This is an exciting opportunity created in-line with changes to our business: this individual will have the opportunity to build a brand new platform from the ground up, supporting this system once it's in place.
Key activities include running daily routine procedures, resolving complex functional and technical issues, and assisting in the development of current processes to improve standards and reduce costs.
As a core member of the IT Team, the Senior Solutions Engineer will report to and collaborate closely with the IT Service Delivery Manager. This collaboration focuses on aligning site priorities with the implementation of the global IT strategy, while advising on local security, compliance, regulatory requirements, and identified local challenges.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and Optimise VDI Services: Take ownership of the day-to-day operations of the on-premises VDI environment, ensuring high performance, robust security, and an excellent user experience.
- Migration & Enhancement Projects: Lead the transition of VDI platforms to next-generation technologies, overseeing smooth migrations and ensuring seamless upgrades.
- Collaboration & Vendor Management: Work closely with Architecture, Service Delivery teams, and third-party vendors to integrate new technologies and drive continuous service improvements across the VDI estate.