Our client, a key player in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a Windows Engineer for a contract role based in Marlow. This position entails the development and certification of a new IT infrastructure to meet the stringent requirements set by the US Department of Defense (DoD). The focus will be on achieving Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 for handling Confidential Unclassified Information (CUI). Key Responsibilities: Design and build a segregated IT environment to handle CUI data Implement all elements of CMMC version 2 Level 2 controls, practices, procedures, and documentation Develop a System Security Plan (SSP) for each CUI system including Active Directory, WSUS, and File Server Set up application whitelisting using Microsoft AppLocker for Solidworks PDM and Manage, MS Office applications, Google Chrome & Edge browsers Configure RSA MFA for Windows logons at the Username & Password screen Create a new Active Directory for around 40 devices initially Set up Group Policies including password policies Ensure data ingress into the enclave from corporate IT systems, with no outgoing data Set up a virtualised hosting environment using Microsoft Hyper-V Deploy a VDI solution, likely based on Citrix, with Dell Thin Clients for on-site manufacturing Ensure scalability through the use of a HP MSA 2000 series SAN or Dell equivalent Implement an on-site disk-to-disk backup with a tape drive for off-site storage Job Requirements: Experience in designing and implementing IT infrastructures Understanding of Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and Confidential Unclassified Information (CUI) handling Knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and NIST SP 800-172 practices Proficiency with Microsoft AppLocker, Hyper-V, and Active Directory setup Experience with RSA MFA, Citrix VDI solutions, and virtualised environments Ability to develop and document System Security Plans (SSP) Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail If you have the required skills and are passionate about working in the Defence & Security sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team in Marlow. ADZN1_UKTJ