> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4651356-dv-cleared-infrastructure-engineer-active-directory](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4651356-dv-cleared-infrastructure-engineer-active-directory). 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). --- # DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Active Directory - **Company:** Experis - **Location:** United Kingdom - **Salary:** £156,000 - £177,840 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, User Authentication, Cluster Analysis, Configuration Management, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Hyper-V, System Center Configuration Manager, Windows Servers, Networking Basics, Routing, Public Key Infrastructure, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, TCP/IP, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere, Software Vulnerability Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), Wsus - **Published:** November 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/gb/en/find-jobs-in-United-Kingdom/-6A49F762D9B70354B5/ ## About the Role If you enjoy hands-on infrastructure work where you're trusted to solve the tougher problems, this is a brilliant opportunity. Our client is hiring for a reputed client to join a secure IT team on a full-time, fully onsite basis. You'll bring strong expertise across Windows, Linux, virtualisation, storage, backup, monitoring and Microsoft Active Directory-helping keep critical systems stable, secure and moving forward to newer technology., * Experience supporting infrastructure at third-line level in a medium/large enterprise, with comfort stepping into second-line when required * Strong depth either in core infrastructure or Active Directory, with genuine hands-on ability in the other * Hands-on working knowledge across Windows Server 2016 onwards, VMware vSphere and/or Hyper-V, clustering/HCI, and SAN/NAS storage, backup and disaster recovery * Familiarity with SCCM, WSUS and monitoring (including capacity, resilience and DR) * Working knowledge of RHEL (or similar) for routine administration/patching/troubleshooting, plus networking basics (TCP/IP, DNS, Firewalls, ports and routing) * A UK citizen holding current Q2 clearance (essential)-no consideration without it * Clear communication and documentation skills, with a calm, controlled approach in secure IT environments If you're ready for a hands-on role with real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and we'll be in touch. ## Description * Act as a third-line escalation point for complex infrastructure and Active Directory incidents, driving cases through to resolution * Support both second-line incidents and requests when needed, with a structured troubleshooting approach * Administer and maintain on-premises Active Directory, including Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, replication, trusts, authentication, plus Windows PKI and privileged access with health checks and remediation * Deliver life cycle work: builds, patching/upgrades, vulnerability remediation, and addressing ageing/out-of-support platforms * Support modernisation and obsolescence projects, including moves towards newer Windows Server and RHEL/virtualisation/HCI-related platforms * Lead root cause analysis for recurring or high-impact faults across connected layers * Plan and deliver change/project work: testing, implementation, back-out planning and service transition * Maintain documentation and records within ITIL Incident, Problem, Change and Configuration Management processes * Contribute to out-of-hours support when required