Deadline Date: Monday 9 November 2026 Requirement: MPS Technician Location: Yeovilton, GB Full Time On-Site: Yes Time On-Site: 100% Total Scope of the request (hours): 320 Required Start Date: 7 December 2026 End Contract Date: 31 December 2026 Required Security Clearance: NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET Duties & Role: Under the direction of CSE Yeovilton Head the incumbent will perform duties such as the following: • Manage multiple VMware vCenter & ESXi servers • Manage Windows Servers, AD, DNS, DHCP • Basic maintenance of Switches and Firewalls • Maintain Infodas SGWX diode • Maintain GPS Time Server • Install and maintain multiple server and client software applications • Maintain Bespoke Server application TEPA and its database • Maintain Softtros LanManager messaging • Renewing certificates • Managing VIASAT encrypted drives • Loading Keymat to TCE621M devices • Escorting and assisting 3rd level engineers • Assist with testing and verification of new systems • Assist with VEEAM Backup • Supporting local ServiceDesk • Maintaining documentation on assigned systems • Support to VDI maintenance, and thin clients • Print server support. • Assist with EPO DLP • Install Sharepoint and SQL server patches. • Performs other duties as may be required. Specific Working Conditions: The site is small and you will work with 4 other IT staff. Usual working hours: 0830 – 1700hrs Mon – Thurs; 0830 –1500hrs Fri with 30 minute lunchbreak (negotiable). 38hr working week with some flexibility on start and finish times. Requirements Skill, Knowledge & Experience: • The candidate must have a currently active NATO COSMIC TOP SECRET security clearance • Vocational training at middle level in a relevant discipline, or equivalent, or Diploma of secondary education in IT System Administration with 5 years of experience. • Extensive Windows Server Administration experience • Intermediate Network maintenance and configuration experience • Advanced Workstation System Administration experience • Significant IT Service Desk Support experience • Experience working on multiple IT systems simultaneously in a fast moving dynamic environment, while being able to react quickly to user needs. Desired Skills: • Knowledge of NATO IT Security Policies, Directives & Guidance • Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements • Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization. • ITIL v3 Foundation • Specific experience with the following: TCE621, VIASAT drives, VEEAM Backup, Infodas SGWX, Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, VMware vCenter, DELL Switches, Trellix EPO, SQL Server, Sharepoint Server, Softros LanManager, PKI Certificate renewal process, Horizon View.