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Posted 05 August, 2026

System Engineer

IC Resources
Reading, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Systems Engineers (Multiple Levels) – Defence | Hybrid | Reading

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Inside IR35 | Rate DOE due to multiple roles

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We're supporting a major defence technology programme looking to build out its Infrastructure & Platform Engineering team, with opportunities available for Systems Engineers, Senior Systems Engineers and Principal / Technical Leads.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to work on the design, delivery and support of secure enterprise infrastructure supporting critical engineering and digital platforms within a highly regulated environment.

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We're keen to speak with engineers who have experience in areas such as:

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  • Enterprise Infrastructure (Windows & Linux)
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  • Microsoft Azure & Hybrid Cloud
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  • VMware / Virtualisation
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  • Enterprise Networking
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  • Infrastructure Automation (PowerShell, Python, Terraform or Ansible)
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  • Kubernetes or OpenShift (Infrastructure administration)
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  • Active Directory / Entra ID
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  • Storage, Backup & Disaster Recovery
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  • Infrastructure Modernisation & Cloud Migration
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Suitable backgrounds include:

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  • Infrastructure Engineer
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  • Systems Engineer
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  • Senior Infrastructure Engineer
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  • Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
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  • Platform Infrastructure Engineer
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  • Windows/Linux Infrastructure Engineer
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  • Technical Lead / Principal Infrastructure Engineer
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What's on offer:

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  • Multiple positions available across different seniority levels
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  • Long-term contract opportunities
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  • Majority on-site with hybrid working possible (Reading)
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  • Work on secure, large-scale infrastructure supporting cutting-edge defence programmes
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  • Opportunity to shape and modernise enterprise platforms using the latest infrastructure technologies
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Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance.

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If you're interested in hearing more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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