Job Specifications
Infrastructure Engineer
Reports To: IT Infrastructure & Cloud Operations Lead
Salary: £45,000-£55,000
Role Overview:
As a specialist in IT infrastructure and networking, you will be responsible for the provision, maintenance, and development of corporate IT environments. Your expertise in on-premise and cloud-based solutions will ensure business continuity, security, and operational efficiency. Through a mix of internal collaboration and third-party resources, you will drive improvements in IT infrastructure, ensuring it aligns with strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the IT Infrastructure & Cloud Operations Lead in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable network and infrastructure solutions.
Manage and maintain corporate IT hardware, software, and cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance for both office and remote users.
Monitor and enhance corporate IT networks, including on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure, with a focus on security, efficiency, and scalability.
Oversee cloud services, including corporate and cloud environments, ensuring stability, compliance, and business alignment.
Implement and maintain IT controls supporting relevant security and compliance accreditations such as ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials.
Work with IT suppliers and providers to ensure licensing compliance and value-for-money services.
Maintain IT security through proactive monitoring, threat prevention, and issue resolution.
Research and recommend new technologies for networking, servers, operating systems, and storage solutions.
Primary Objectives:
Ensure network and system stability meets business needs through proactive monitoring and maintenance.
Strengthen business continuity and disaster recovery through robust IT controls, external security testing, and internal validation.
Enforce compliance with IT policies, including incident and change management, minimizing risk to critical systems and business operations.
Optimize cloud-hosted services to meet current and future business and client requirements, enhancing efficiency and reliability.
Skills & Experience:
Strong experience in network infrastructure, security, and monitoring (Cisco Hyperflex, VMware ESXi, Microsoft Hyper-V, Cisco switches, Meraki APs).
Cloud infrastructure management and monitoring (Azure, AWS, GCP, Azure DevOps, Docker/containerization).
Experience with operating systems and system administration (Windows Server, Linux, Active Directory, Group Policy, endpoint management, antivirus solutions).
Scripting and automation expertise (Bash, PowerShell, Python).
Person Specification:
Strong collaboration skills, including working with third-party providers.
Excellent organizational abilities to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Effective communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Values:
Inquisitive:
Seek to understand how your role aligns with business objectives.
Challenge existing processes and explore innovative solutions.
Ask questions to deepen understanding.
Consider the broader impact of actions and decisions.
Brave:
Step outside your comfort zone and take initiative.
Advocate for service excellence.
Offer constructive opinions and solutions.
Stay determined in the face of challenges.
Tenacious:
Set goals and work persistently to achieve them.
Remain committed to success and client satisfaction.
Collaborate effectively to achieve shared objectives.
Adapt and innovate when faced with obstacles.
Warm-Hearted:
Foster a supportive and positive work environment.
Maintain a helpful and proactive attitude.
Go the extra mile for colleagues, clients, and the wider community.
Show consideration and respect for others.
If you are passionate about IT infrastructure and networking and want to make an impact in a dynamic and values-driven role, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Company
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