> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/3021447-infrastructure-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/3021447-infrastructure-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Infrastructure Engineer - **Company:** Sopra Steria's Aerospace - **Location:** Newport, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Backup Devices, NetApp Applications, Performance Tuning, Virtual Machines, Backup and Restore, SC Clearance, Veeam - **Published:** September 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/infrastructure-engineer/47823208 ## About the Role Job ID: 15749Company: Sopra SteriaLocation: Coedkernew, Newport, GBRJob Type: PermanentJob Level: Level 1+Category: Network and InfrastructureIndustry: Professional ServicesPosted Date: 2026-06-01Are you a keen Infrastructure Engineer with knowledge of Storage and Backup? Sopra Steria's Aerospace Defence and Security sector are currently recruiting for a Storage and Backup Engineer with the ability to hit the ground running and make a real difference in the team. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with previous experience in SAN, NAS and backup technologies who is looking to develop their skills and become a technical expert. This role sits within a group level account putting you in the best place to progress. This role is based on site at one of our regional hubs (Newport, Portsmouth or Stevenage) approximately 4 days per week. Due to the nature of the client we are only able to progress with sole British citizens eligible for SC clearance. What you'll be doing: Enthusiastic and keen to learn, looking to acquire the knowledge required to be a point of technical escalation. Strong customer focus encompassing BAU ticketing and task management across Storage and Backup spaces. Performing capacity planning, performance tuning, and storage optimisation across multiple environments. Working with projects team as required - Includes supporting upcoming unique, large scale, one of a kind, European-wide project. What you'll bring: Working knowledge of storage services, hardware deployment, configuration, and administration (NetApp experience preferred). Strong Knowledge of NAS/SAN provisioning, NFS/SMB shares, storage virtual machines (SVMs). Experience upgrading storage appliances and processes required to do so. Knowledge of fibre channel zoning and LUN creation (preferable). Experience with Backup tooling and technologies (Veeam preferable). Snapshot-based backups and robotic library systems knowledge. Administration of backup technologies, policy ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Hate organising your photos? Try it with 5 Terabytes](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/79-hate-organising-your-photos-try-it-with-5-terabytes) - [SRE Methods In an Agency Environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/348-sre-methods-in-an-agency-environment) - [Checkmate: 5 Real Incidents That Can End a Software Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100126-checkmate-5-real-incidents-that-can-end-a-software-company) - [Hosting a modern justice system](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/332-hosting-a-modern-justice-system) - [Passkeys: Truly Phishing-Resistant? Implementation and Pitfalls](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100156-passkeys-truly-phishing-resistant-implementation-and-pitfalls) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [6 Emerging Technologies We’ll Learn About in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/381-6-emerging-technologies-we-ll-learn-about-in-2025) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)