Cloud and Network Infrastructure Specialist

Brooks Macdonald; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive corporate culture

Job summary

A leading wealth management firm in London is looking for a Cloud and Network Infrastructure Specialist. This role involves managing network and infrastructure systems to ensure security and efficiency, with a strong focus on cloud environments. Candidates should have extensive knowledge of networking protocols and proven experience in network security practices. The position offers hybrid working and promotes a culture of inclusion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of network architecture and protocols.
• Proficiency in network hardware and software, including switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and integration with network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain IT infrastructure for network and security.
• Collaborate with third-party suppliers for service reviews.
• Implement and manage public cloud environments for efficiency.

Skills

Network architecture

Network hardware/software proficiency

Cloud platform integration

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Network security practices

Zero Trust principles

Active Directory integration

Microsoft Server OS integration

PowerShell scripting

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Cloud and Network Infrastructure Specialist

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Brooks Macdonald are looking for a Cloud and Network Infrastructure Specialist to join our Technology team in London.

Within this role, you will be responsible for the design, build, and maintenance of the network and infrastructure systems that support Brooks Macdonald's technology systems, ensuring stability, reliability, and security. With a strong emphasis on the administration of public cloud environments, ensuring standardisation and alignment with best practices. Additionally, the role focuses on Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), and collaboration with key Managed Service Providers (MSPs) for network and private datacentre operations.

Role Responsibilities:

• Monitor and maintain the IT infrastructure (on-premises, hosted, and public cloud) to ensure efficient and secure operations, with a specific focus on network and infrastructure systems.
• Collaborate with the Group Procurement Team and key third-party suppliers, attending service reviews, and ensuring the continued operation of services while adhering to industry-recommended best practices.
• Implement and manage public cloud environments, ensuring standardisation and alignment with best practices.
• Focus on Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) to enhance network security and access control (Zscaler).
• Drive the integration of technology services for acquired companies.
• Work closely with key MSPs to ensure the efficient operation of network and private datacentre services.
• Identify and resolve issues with network and infrastructure systems, following incident, problem, and change management processes and industry-recommended best practices.
• Work closely with the BM Cyber Security Team to ensure compliance with cyber security best practices for both existing and new network and infrastructure services.
• Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and backup procedures to ensure business continuity for network and infrastructure systems.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards related to network and infrastructure systems.
• Share knowledge amongst the team and wider Technology department to minimise dependencies on individual team members.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to ensure that the network and infrastructure services provided are innovative, efficient, and fit for purpose.
• Perform role always ensuring adherence to the expected behaviours stated in the FCA Conduct Rules.

Experience Required:

• Strong knowledge of network architecture and protocols.
• Proficiency in network hardware and software, including switches, routers, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and their integration with network infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving skills, especially in the network and infrastructure domains.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with other teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with network and infrastructure security practices, including securing network devices and implementing access controls.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) principles and practices.
• Active Directory and Microsoft 365 integration with network infrastructure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Server Operating Systems and their integration with network systems.
• Strong familiarity with networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, and routing.
• Knowledge and experience in PowerShell scripting and automation for network management.
• Familiarity with Mimecast (desirable) for email security and archiving.
• Understanding of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) practices and principles related to network and infrastructure management.

About Brooks Macdonald

Brooks Macdonald Group plc is one of the UK's leading wealth management firms, recognised for investment performance and client service. We offer leading multi-asset investment services to intermediaries, and high-quality financial planning advice to private clients, benefitting from a strong local presence across the UK.

We see an opportunity to lead the way within our sector in relation to sustainability and responsible investing. We have set a target for our direct footprint to be Net Zero by 2030 and continue to enhance our approach to responsible investment, which includes offering a dedicated service for clients with values-based objectives.

We offer fulfilling careers in an inclusive culture that values diversity, ambition and rewards high performance. Our guiding principles underpin our culture and are at the heart of everything we do:

• we do the right thing
• we are connected
• we make a difference

We welcome talented people from all backgrounds who live our guiding principles and are focused on ensuring good outcomes for our clients. We’re committed to promoting equal employment opportunities and positively encourage applications regardless of race, religion or belief, sexuality, age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

Collaboration and knowledge-sharing is important to us as a firm, and we value different ways of working. Employees are required to be in the office three days a week, with flexibility to work from home on the other two days.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Financial Services, Investment Management, and Investment Advice

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