Description
Infrastructure Architect
Location: Farnborough, with flexibility to work from home dependent on business demands
The Role:
The Infrastructure Architect is required to design, develop, and implement a secure and efficient IT infrastructure that meets our client’s current and future needs. This includes developing and deploying hardware and software solutions that enable the service to function efficiently and securely, while also providing scalability and flexibility for future growth.
The Infrastructure Architect is responsible for creating and maintaining a secure, reliable, and cost-effective IT infrastructure that supports the client’s business objectives. You will also be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the IT infrastructure, ensuring security, performance, and compliance with contract commitments and organizational standards. You will evaluate existing systems, work with vendors to select hardware and software, and ensure that systems are secure and efficient. This position requires strong technical knowledge and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
What will I be doing?
*Design and develop enhancements to, and replacement for existing IT infrastructure
*Analyse current IT infrastructure and create proposals for improvement
*Develop and implement IT infrastructure policies and procedures
*Develop and implement IT infrastructure security policies and procedures
*Conduct research and recommend new technologies and systems
*Work with Implementation teams to make sure IT architecture is properly implemented
*Provide technical guidance and direction to project teams
What does Leidos need from me?
*The ability to interpret business requirements to develop technical solutions
*Be able to design and implement technical solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects
*Be able to develop deployment strategies and implementation plans for large-scale projects
*Be able to develop and implement operational processes for managing and maintaining infrastructure components
*The ability to lead and mentor technical teams to ensure successful project delivery
*Create and maintain technical documentation
*Expert-level knowledge of systems and IT engineering principles
*Significant experience planning and delivering complex IT projects
*Ability to work with multiple stakeholders
*Aptitude for developing innovative solutions to infrastructure challenges
What technologies will I be involved with?
*On-premise compute, storage and networking, covering a wide range of hardware manufacturers.  *Compute - Dell PowerEdge, IBM System X
*Storage – XIO, NexSAN, Dell PowerStore
*Network – Cisco, Palo Alto, Dell Connectix switches. F5 Web Application Firewalls

*VMWare virtualisation (vSphere, vCentre and ESXi), running 6.5 and up.
*Storage technologies including SAN and HSM.
*Operating Systems *Various Windows Server technology
*Various Linux server technologies, including SUSE and Red Hat.

*Databases including Oracle and MS SQL.
As an individual what should I bring?
*Creative problem solving skills
*Strong analytical and organizational skills
*Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
*Familiarity with a range of infrastructure technologies
*Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Clearance Requirements: The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain UK Security Clearance
What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
•    Contributory Pension Scheme
•    Private Medical Insurance
•    33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
•    Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
•    Dynamic Working 
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture.  We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.  If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.
Leidos is agrowing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.
What Makes Us Different:
Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world.  You can inspire change.
Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team.  We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years.  Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.          
People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growthwhilst developing. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical ac