via Reed · 23 September 2026 ·2 days ago

Data Centre Engineer

Reed
Stevenage Contract GBP 104,000 – 117,000
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We are looking for an experienced Data Centre Engineer to support a major government data centre exit and infrastructure decommissioning programme.

This is a hands-on role working within live data centre environments, supporting the safe decommissioning and removal of enterprise server, storage and network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Decommission and remove server and storage hardware

  • Rack, derack and safely handle data centre equipment

  • Trace and disconnect Ethernet, fibre, SAN and power connectivity

  • Securely handle HDDs, SSDs and other data-bearing media

  • Maintain hardware, asset and CMDB records

  • Follow formal change-control and security procedures

  • Identify dependencies and escalate issues appropriately

Essential Experience
  • Strong hands-on data centre experience

  • Server/storage installation and decommissioning

  • Rack and stack / deracking

  • SAN, Ethernet and fibre connectivity

  • Hardware asset management / CMDB

  • Experience working within controlled technical environments

  • Current SC security clearance

If you are an experienced, SC-cleared Data Centre Engineer looking for your next contract, apply with your latest CV and availability.

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