Platform Engineer

at  HMGCC His Majestys Government Communications Centre

YOUR PERSONAL SKILLS

You will be the type of person who:

• Enjoys coming up with creative solutions.
• Can manage your own workload and adapt to changing demands.
• Puts plans in place to make improvements.
• Enjoys being part of a team. Helping others to deliver or being guided by them yourself.
• Can go with the flow. Change is a big part of our organisation. You will be able to adapt with the support of your team and management.
• Is keen to continually improve both technical and non-technical skills.

PUTTING YOUR SKILLS TO USE

You’ll get involved in the complete process. You’ll use your skills and experience to create a wide range of systems whilst working with a variety of customers, stakeholders, and engineers. You’ll bring your creativity to work in your own way to deliver on your projects.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Our role is based on the DDaT Infrastructure Engineer, that means you will already have:

• Proven experience designing, developing, deploying and maintaining / supporting infrastructure across a range of different platforms.
• Proficiency in the use of Linux or Windows operating systems.
• Proficiency in the use of virtualization technologies (ESX, Hyper-V, Cloud).

To strengthen your application, it would be beneficial if you have knowledge of one of the following areas (but these are not essential):

• Cloud

  o i.e., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, PaaS / IaaS solutions

• Automation and Infrastructure as Code

  o i.e., Terraform, Ansible or Puppet; PowerShell, Bash or Python

• DevOps/Software Tools

  o i.e., Jenkins, Bamboo, or GitLab; Automated testing; Docker, Kubernetes or OpenShift

• Enterprise Software and Tools

  o i.e., Securing Windows or Linux; Active Directory and Group Policy; Hyper-V or vSphere
  With our training and support, your career as a Software Infrastructure Engineer could lead you to learn any of the other areas (Cloud, Automation, DevOps and Enterprise), either specialising in one, or becoming a generalist.
  Benefits

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Inclusion and diversity really matters to us. It’s not just about numbers or visible differences.
HMGCC are committed to providing equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
We’re not looking for any one type of person. We’re looking for talent from all different backgrounds to join our organisation, where we genuinely respect and value each other’s differences, as well as our similarities. It makes us even better at what we do.
We are proud to offer candidates the opportunity to apply through the Offer Of Interview Scheme. The scheme ensures eligible candidates are selected for an interview as long as their application meets the minimum criteria for the role. To find out more and how you can apply under this scheme, please see the inclusion and diversity information on our website.
Things you need to know

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

Open to UK nationals only.

Our role is based on the DDaT Infrastructure Engineer, that means you will already have:

• Proven experience designing, developing, deploying and maintaining / supporting infrastructure across a range of different platforms.
• Proficiency in the use of Linux or Windows operating systems.
• Proficiency in the use of virtualization technologies (ESX, Hyper-V, Cloud)

Now that we’ve explained a bit about what you will we be doing, here’s what we can offer you:

• 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 after 5 years’ service.
• 8 Bank Holiday days off in addition to your annual leave.
• 2 ½ additional days leave (set dates through the year).
• Paid overtime or time off in lieu. Your salary is for your contracted hours. If you work more, we believe you should be rewarded for that.
• Training. Lots and lots of training. This can be anything from a ½ day internal course to a distant learning degree. If it’s relevant to your career, we will aim to support you.
• Pension. Our Pension scheme is Alpha. It’s competitive.
• Sports & Social Society. Whether its classic cars or baking, golf or crafting, we have a society for you.
• On site nursery (subject to availability).
• 3 days paid leave a year to support a registered charity of your choice.
• Free parking.
• Free onsite gym, open 24 hours a day
• Relocation Package*
• Affinity Groups – whether you are disabled, LGBTQ and/or from an Ethnic Minority. We provide an inclusive environment and support for everyone

Please note dependent on the recruitment requirements, we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date.

• if you are relocating to the area then we can discuss the possibility of a relocation packag