Infrastructure Operations Specialist

TN United Kingdom; Skipton; Hybrid; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building society in the UK is seeking an Infrastructure Operations Specialist to enhance their IT department. You will manage on-premises IT services, support network services, and implement security measures in a collaborative and agile environment. The role offers hybrid working, competitive salary, and numerous benefits including training opportunities and a discretionary bonus.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + up to 5 additional days based on service

Holiday trading scheme

Matching pension contributions (up to 10%)

Colleague mortgage (conditions apply)

Salary sacrifice for hybrid & electric cars

Training and development opportunities

Private medical insurance

3 paid volunteering days per year

Health and wellbeing benefits such as cycle to work and gym discounts

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SAN, Fibre Channel, TCP/IP, Ethernet.
• Understanding of Azure, Virtualisation, Operating Systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design, implementation, and management of on-premises platform infrastructure.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, resolve complex problems.
• Implement and manage security measures ensuring compliance.

Skills

Platform Protocols

Platform Security

Infrastructure Technologies

Tools

VMWare

SAN

Operating Systems

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Infrastructure Operations Specialist, Skipton

Client: Skipton Building Society

Location: Skipton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c327a9817fe9

Job Views: 3

Posted: 14.05.2025

Expiry Date: 28.06.2025

Job Description:

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week - Monday to Friday, Hybrid working from Skipton Head Office

Salary: £40,975 Per Annum

Closing Date: Sun, 25 May 2025

Skipton’s IT department plays a critical role in organisational success, providing the backbone to our business and a springboard for innovation. We are seeking an Infrastructure Operations Specialist to join our on-premises infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of platform protocols, security, and hands-on experience with platform technologies.

Who Are We?

Not just another building society. Not just another job.

We're the fourth biggest building society in the UK and are a mutual organisation owned by our members. Our colleagues say Skipton's a great place to work, and you could be one of them, bringing new ideas to keep customers at the heart of what we do.

Our IT department offers an agile, empowering, and supportive environment, equipping staff with the tools to grow, innovate, and advance. We are problem solvers passionate about continuous improvement.

Whatever your background and goals, we'll help you take the next step towards a better future.

What Will You Be Doing?

As an IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will be responsible for the operation of our on-premises IT services within an Agile environment. You will support network services, assist in implementing new technologies, optimize infrastructure components, define requirements, and implement security measures.

• Platform Design and Implementation: Assist with the design, implementation, and management of on-premises platform infrastructure, including SAN, VMWare, and Server & Cluster Operating Systems. Participate in planning and executing upgrades and expansions.
• Platform Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, resolve complex problems, perform maintenance and updates, and lead disaster recovery planning.
• Security Management: Implement and manage security measures such as firewalls and antivirus systems, ensuring compliance with policies.

What Do We Need From You?

Skills and experience required:

• Platform Protocols: Knowledge of SAN, Fibre Channel, TCP/IP, Ethernet.
• Platform Security: Knowledge of on-premises operations and security.
• Infrastructure Technologies: Understanding of Azure, Virtualisation, Operating Systems, and resilient technologies.

Additional qualities include adaptability to an agile environment, commitment to continuous learning, and key behaviors such as bravery, curiosity, accountability, and collaboration.

What’s In It For You?

We support hybrid and flexible working, with a vibrant, collaborative workspace. Benefits include:

• Annual discretionary bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + up to 5 additional days based on service
• Holiday trading scheme
• Matching pension contributions (up to 10%)
• Colleague mortgage (conditions apply)
• Salary sacrifice for hybrid & electric cars
• Training and development opportunities
• Private medical insurance
• 3 paid volunteering days per year
• Diverse colleague networks including Carers and Pride groups
• Health and wellbeing benefits such as cycle to work and gym discounts