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SmartSourcing Ltd

Storage Engineer-Backup DV, Milton Keynes ?610 pd Inside

On site

Milton keynes, United kingdom

Freelance

13-03-2026

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Encryption

Job Specifications

Storage backup SME/Senior Engineer Infrastructure Operations Storage/Back Storage engineer to work within a secure environment.

Due to the nature of the role you will need to be DV Cleared, this is required by our government services client based near Northampton, East Midlands commutable from Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton, Cambridge, Peterborough, North London

We offer hybrid working model (for applicable roles) where a minimum of 60 percent % of working time shall be on site in the workplace. 3 days onsite

Rate ?610 a day (umbrella) plus on call (?50 weekday-?100 weekend

Duration- 6 months

The Storage Backup SME will provide specialist support for enterprise storage and data protection platforms, with a focus on Veeam and physical storage technologies.

The role is critical to ensuring data availability, integrity and recoverability within a secure, regulated environment.

The resource will support backup, restore and disaster recovery capabilities, assist with platform optimisation and ensure data protection services meet operational and compliance requirements.

Strong technical depth and experience supporting business critical systems are essential.

Be a key lead in conversations around Environment development and growth utilising automation techniques to improve the infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities Expertise

?Deep experience with Veeam Backup Replication

'strong knowledge of NetApp storage platforms

?Backup, restore and disaster recovery design and testing

?Data protection in secure and regulated environments

?Capacity planning and performance optimisation

?Understanding of backup encryption, retention and compliance requirements

Relevant Qualifications:

? Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE) and/or NetApp Certified Data Administrator (NCDA), or equivalent demonstrable experience

? Proven experience supporting enterprise backup, restore and storage platforms

This role reports directly to Infrastructure Team Lead.
- SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

About the Company

Smartsourcing is a global outsourcing company redefining how businesses scale through people-first solutions. With a growing international presence, Smartsourcing partners with clients across a wide range of industries including advertising, SaaS, real estate, logistics, publishing, finance, creatives, contact solutions, healthcare, education, e-commerce, legal services, hospitality, and construction. Smartsourcing has been on a mission to change lives by creating meaningful careers and delivering measurable value to clients... Know more