Windows Scripting Manager


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Recruiter

BAE Systems

Listed on

9th July 2019

Location

Corsham

Salary/Rate

Negotiable

Salary Notes

Negotiable

Type

Permanent

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Windows Scripting Engineer

Defence Information requires up to 7 Windows scripting engineers to support the New Style of IT (Deployed) project at Corsham. The role will involve developing scripts to automate the installation and configuration of a wide range of applications and infrastructure e.g. Exchange, Veeam, VMware products. PowerShell is the script language of choice as the development is mostly for a Windows environment, though other scripting languages are also used. There is already a large scripting team that operates as a software team using an Agile methodology, and these roles are in this team.

The successful engineer will be expected to integrate in to teams responsible for:

Developing zero-touch scripts that integrate with bespoke and COTS orchestrators e.g. Ansible

Integrating and testing scripted deployments in a virtual environment and then a physical environment

Occasional visits to customer sites to support deployment

The applicant would ideally have skills in at least some of the following areas and a willingness to learn:

PowerShell, including advanced coding features e.g. Workflows, Desired State Configuration (DSC) and Bare Metal Deployment. Training can be provided if an otherwise suitable candidate needs these skills enhancing

Python, batch scripting, VBScript

Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows 10 Operating Systems

Active Directory

VMware, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, Horizon

Undertaking changes in controlled environment

Atlassian toolset

Collaborative working in a team environment

Technical documentation production

Applicants must be a UK National and will require a minimum of SC clearance and a willingness to undergo DV clearance

 

What we are looking for in you:

You will ideally be outgoing, flexible and self-driven with a passion for innovation and enjoy the challenge of solving new problems, with a logical approach to your work. You should be adaptable to the changing digital world, naturally looking to learn new skills and have the ability to spend periods of time working both locally and away from your base site. In return we can offer a rewarding rich and varied career.

 

Location: MOD Corsham

Salary: £Competitive

Benefits: Our employees receive an excellent benefits package which includes a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. We also offer a range of additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and many local and national employee discounts. Some employees may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

 

BAE Systems

BAE Systems is one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies. We work at the cutting edge of technology, creating more than 100 new inventions every year for customers in over 100 countries.

 

BAE Systems Air

BAE Systems Air brings together the company's international capabilities and expertise to respond to customers' current and future requirements, and compete for international export and collaborative opportunities. In the UK, BAE Systems Air has an unrivalled track record and expertise in the development, delivery and support of military air platforms, components and technologies through Typhoon, F-35 Lightning II, Tornado and Hawk.

BAE Systems Air has the capability to provide customers with information superiority through the delivery of actionable intelligence and information, together with the provision of innovative information systems and services. Training is a key enabler to delivering military capability, and at BAE Systems we bring together our expertise in the analysis, design, build and delivery of training solutions into a powerful combination for our military customers around the world.

Working as an integral part of the team delivering information superiority and effective air power, our aim is to provide our customers with the capabilities and intelligence that really matters.

BAE Systems is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at BAE Systems, including women, BAME and applicants with disabilities. Please note we will not use any personal information relating to your background at any stage of the application process.

Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and/or your place of birth may limit those roles that you can perform for the organisation.

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