Job Description
3rd Line Directory Services Engineer - Contract Opportunity - Basingstoke (On-Site)
Are you a seasoned infrastructure engineer with deep expertise in Active Directory and Windows Server environments? We're looking for a proactive and technically sharp 3rd Line Directory Services Engineer to join a high-performing team supporting a secure, multi-tenant environment.
Location: Basingstoke - 5 days on-siteStart Date: 22nd December 2025 (or sooner)End Date: 22nd June 2026Type: ContractWorking Pattern: Rotating shifts (07:00-15:00 and 11:00-19:00)Clearance Required: Purple
What You'll Be Doing:
- Supporting and maintaining Active Directory Domain Services in a secure environment
- Responding to escalations from 2nd Line checks and managing incidents via ITSM tooling
- Monitoring systems using SCOM and SCCM
- Collaborating with Engineering and Architecture teams on new releases and readiness assessments
- Creating and maintaining documentation (e.g. work instructions, patching schedules)
- Travelling to other customer sites periodically as needed
What You'll Bring:
Essential Skills:
- Strong problem-solving mindset with a creative approach
- Deep knowledge of AD DS, Windows Server 2019+, DNS, and Group Policy
- Experience in multi-tenant environments and PowerShell scripting
- Familiarity with SCOM, SCCM, and project management terminology
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure setting
Desirable Skills:
- Exposure to VMware vCenter (user-level)
- Understanding of ITIL and Agile methodologies
- Comfortable adapting to change and shifting priorities
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a high-impact project within a secure infrastructure environment. If you're ready to take on a hands-on role with real responsibility, we'd love to hear from you.
