Job Description

Details

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Reference number

415934

Salary

51,588
GBP

Job grade

Higher Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Type of role

Engineering

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time, Compressed hours

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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London (region)

About the job

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Job summary

As an Infrastructure Field Engineer, you'll work as part of a team responsible for designing, installing and maintaining the intelligence-gathering solutions we rely on. You'll support a number of mission areas at MI5, as well as MI6 and GCHQ, and identify bespoke solutions for a variety of high-priority requirements. Whether you're working out how to retrieve data from large, intricate networks or building relationships across our business, you'll help the team deliver against an exciting, expanding remit - and help us keep the UK safe.

Job description

Day-to-day, you might be installing, configuring and managing remote infrastructure (including firewalls, routers, switches and servers) or investigating technical issues. You'll work closely with our customer base to understand and meet their unique requirements. And, you'll assist with the development and implementation of automation systems, as well as taking responsibility for the administration of our multi-vendor environment. Alongside your role, you'll have opportunities to explore individual project work on a technical aspect you find interesting, so long as it directly relates to our team remit.


Upon completion of all relevant training, you'll also have the opportunity to join our on-call rota. However, this is optional and for the majority of the time, work outside of core hours is voluntary. On the rare occasion the team is short-staffed, you may be required to act as cover. There is also the potential opportunity to attend international events such as conferences once or twice a year.

Person specification

No specific qualifications are required for this role, however, you will already have experience working in network engineering. You'll also be comfortable applying network configuration in any GNU/Linux-based system. Importantly, you'll have a genuine interest in cyber and global datacentre interconnection and be keen to bring your enthusiasm to a new environment. You might already have your Red Hat accreditations; if not, we'll support you in gaining these once in the role. The drive to continuously learn, grow and develop skills is key.


As someone comfortable working on projects in cross-functional teams, you'll demonstrate proven problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to translate concepts regarding internet infrastructure to both technical and non-technical audiences. A major part of this role will be working with the team, customers, external partners and stakeholders. So, you'll be a confident communicator able to build working relationships at all levels.


You'll also need to be able to carry out the physical requirements of this role, which may include carrying and moving equipment. Please note that there will be a fitness assessment carried out by occupational health as part of the application process.

Benefits

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25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Dedicated Development Budget Interest-free season ticket loan Excellent pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order:

Application sift, looking at your motivation for the role and the organisation If successful, you'll be invited to an initial online interview where you will be asked questions relating to your motivation and our core competencies If successful, you'll be invited to an 'in-person' technical skill-based interview If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, subject to vetting

Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting .



See our vetting charter .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

Please note this Post is NOT regulated by the Civil Service Commission.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Recruitment Email : careers@recruitmentoffice.org.uk
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Recruitment team

Email : careers@recruitmentoffice.org.uk

Further information

www.mi5.gov.uk/careers