Testbed Engineer (Outside IR35)

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  • £500 - £580 per day
  • Dorset, England
  • Contract


Our client, operating in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking an LDDI Testbed Engineer. This contract role is based in Dorset with potential deployment support within the UK and overseas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provision of LDDI On-Prem and Cloud Testbed Environment.
  • Support the management, maintenance, and assurance of LDDI Testbed environments for secure, reliable, and continuous operation.
  • Ensure availability of On-Prem Testbed during work hours and manage remote access for authorised users.
  • Comply with LSRC security, safety, and mandatory operational policies for on-site equipment management.
  • Ensure cloud development environments are accessible with proper access controls.
  • Provide secure laptops for developers, integrated with Testbed environments and conforming to MOD security standards.
  • Verify remote access capabilities for secure connections to On-Prem and Cloud Testbeds.
  • Maintain security assurance for Testbed environments following MOD cyber security standards, including vulnerability management and documentation.
  • Update Testbed architecture diagrams and configuration documentation monthly to reflect current states and changes.
  • Provide deployable CIS engineering support to the Land Domain Digital Integration team for AI innovation activities aligned with Army priorities.

Job Requirements:


Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

  • SC Clearance (valid until 2026).
  • Experience with MOD CIS (e.g., BCIP, OpNET).
  • Knowledge of various Linux architectures and use of command-line interface (CLI).
  • Experience in building and managing virtual machines (Windows and Linux).
  • Proficiency in laptop builds, installation, and securing.
  • Experience with Active Directory.
  • Understanding of AI use cases and large language model (LLM) functionality.


Desired Knowledge and Skills:

  • Experience with Kubernetes, including installation and maintenance of clusters.
  • Knowledge of ProxMox Hypervisor.
  • Experience in server installation and management.
  • Networking skills (CCNA level recommended).
  • Familiarity with LDG, CTG, and BCIP.
  • Knowledge of cloud architecture (Azure and Oracle).
  • Understanding of databases.
  • Experience using APIs for interoperability between applications.


If you are a skilled LDDI Testbed Engineer ready to make a significant impact in the Defence & Security sector, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team and contribute to pioneering advancements in national security.

Ashley Duhaney Recruitment Consultant

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