About the role

  • IT Engineer at Westinghouse supporting IT infrastructure and services across engineering and operations. Combining hands-on technical work with the responsibility of ensuring system availability and security.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support and maintenance for servers, networks, storage, and end-user systems.
  • Administer and monitor on-premise and cloud-based systems to ensure availability, performance, and data integrity.
  • Support Windows and Linux environments, Active Directory, and associated enterprise applications.
  • Manage patching, updates, and backups following company standards and security requirements.
  • Support network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, VPN, and firewall configurations) in collaboration with network specialists.
  • Ensure systems are configured and maintained securely in compliance with NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) and NIS Regulations.
  • Help implement security controls, monitoring tools, and access management processes.
  • Work with the Cyber Security team to find and address vulnerabilities and incidents.
  • Provide second- and third-line IT support to users across site operations, engineering, and corporate functions.
  • Manage service tickets, ensuring resolution and user satisfaction.
  • Support IT projects and change initiatives to enhance digital capability and resilience.
  • Document processes, procedures, and technical configurations following ITIL practices.
  • Contribute to the implementation of IT improvement and transformation projects, including network upgrades, system migrations, and cloud adoption.
  • Participate in the design and deployment of new hardware, software, and infrastructure solutions.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to ensure quality, security, and compliance in service delivery.
  • Ensure all IT systems and changes comply with ONR, NIS Regulations, and Westinghouse global security policies.
  • Maintain audit readiness by ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to configuration control processes.
  • Support our safety, security, and environmental management systems.

Requirements

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline , or equivalent experience.
  • Experience with IT infrastructure support and administration in a complex or regulated environment.
  • Knowledge of: Windows Server and Active Directory administration, Virtualisation platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), Networking technologies (TCP/IP, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and Firewalls), Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions, Understanding of cyber security principles and frameworks (NCSC CAF, ISO 27001).
  • Familiarity with ITIL processes and service management best practice.
  • Desirable Skills & Certifications: Professional certifications such as CompTIA Network+ / Security+ , Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) , VMware Certified Professional (VCP) , or Cisco CCNA/CCNP.
  • Experience working within nuclear, energy, or other critical national infrastructure (CNI) sectors.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, Office 365, AWS).
  • Exposure to OT/ICS environments and secure integration between IT and industrial networks.
  • Security clearance (SC/DV) or ability to obtain.

Benefits

  • Peer-to-peer recognition programme.
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counselling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members.
  • Learning and development opportunities.
  • Community service events and team-building activities.

Job title

IT Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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